Bainbridge Makes Plans for Inaugural Christmas Parade Saturday
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Bainbridge Makes Plans for Inaugural Christmas Parade Saturday
VOL. 147 - NO. 45 SIDNEY, NEW YORK — THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 2013 SUGGESTED PRICE 75¢ Bainbridge Makes Plans for Inaugural Christmas Parade Saturday, Dec. 14 A WHIMSICAL HOLIDAY LOOK comes to the General Clinton Park, Bainbridge. The Bainbridge Community Foundation has been decorating the park with a variety of popular holiday figures and lights. The foundation would like to thank Mr. and Mrs. Jim Yager for the donation of the lights, and also thank the members of the community that helped set up the lights and decorations. There will be a lighting ceremony on Wednesday, Nov. 27. The public is welcome. Afton Gets Ready for Santa’s Arrival, Christmas Parade, Carnival Dec. 7 By Debra Vaughan AFTON - It was like Rudolph, the sequel. Santa was planning to come to town, just like he always does… Suddenly, there was a conflict, and there was no place to have him park his sleigh for breakfast. And just like that foggy night when Rudolph offered a workable solution which made him a hero, the towns people worked together to form a solution to make sure that Santa could have breakfast with many of his admirers. So this year, on Saturday, Dec. 7, Santa will again be coming to town for breakfast at the VFW. So, kids, you better watch out. You’d better not cry. You’d better not pout, either, because Santa’s coming to talk to you, and you know he’ll be checking his list. Twice! Don’t forget about making your ornaments, either. That community tree is going to be beautiful. I have a plan to make my ornament just right. It needs to be beautiful enough to go on the tree, heavy enough to stay on the tree, unique enough that I can recognize it as mine, and easy enough that I get it done in time to display it on the tree. Then, once you’ve had breakfast, walked over to hang the ornament on the tree and admired everyone else’s work, you’ll have time to see the paper version of a tree decorating contest done by the students of the town. They’ll be hanging up some place easy for you to spot while Jericho Arts Holiday Gift Market Is Nov. 23, Thanksgiving Weekend BAINBRIDGE - Your holiday search for the perfect gift, home décor or personal indulgence has never been easier. Jericho Arts Council will host the annual holiday arts and crafts show at the Bainbridge Town Hall Gallery (2nd floor). In response to popular demand the show will be extended to two weekends. Stop in on Saturday, Nov. 23 from 1 to 10 p.m. and on Thanksgiving weekend, Friday, Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 29, 30 and Dec. 1. Hours on Friday and Sunday are from 1 to 4 p.m., and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Why not include this seasonal event as part of your holiday traditions shared with family and friends? You’ll be surprised and delighted with creative and functional gifts you’ll find. The finest artists and craftspeople in the region are inviting the public to view their distinct treasures. Come and discover fine jewelry, hand made soaps, artful and functional pottery, Christmas ornaments, children’s books, fabric creations, knitted scarves, unique purses, garden ornaments, small artworks, photography, cards, floral designs, home baked goodies and more. The Bainbridge Historical Society will have a display downstairs on Thanksgiving weekend. Saturday night, Nov. 23, the Town Hall Theatre will be swinging with Beartracks, making their Town Hall Opry debut with a unique blend of traditional bluegrass and classic country. Stop by the Holiday Gift show any time, before, during or after the performance. A highlight for attendees is the free drawing for a fabulous gift basket of handcrafted treasures, contributed by many of the artists. The gift basket has an amazing collection of distinct and beautiful gifts. you’re walking along Main Street. You can also check out Baxter’s trees, because they will have been decorated too. Then, head over to the Methodist Church for the Christmas Bazaar. There, you can taste the chili, and purchase sweets and crafts. Remember, that if you want to reserve a table to sell your crafts or goodies, or to bring chili for the cook-off, call 639-1773 to get details. After you’ve shopped and tasted, take the opportunity to gather non-perishable food items for the food pantry and drop them at the bank. Time it just right, so you can get your ideal spot to hear Gary Jennings singing. When you take your item to the bank, you’ll see that the drive-thru has become a walk-up. There will be hot dogs, popcorn, and hot chocolate, and you will likely want to be around to sample some of each. At 5 p.m., hustle your float over to the school parking lot to line up for the Main Street parade. The floats will be judged, too. If you prefer to be a spectator, it’s a good time to start finding your spot, because the street will be packed with tall people when the parade starts at 5:30 p.m. After the parade goes by, and Santa has waved from his sleigh, he’s going to be at the bank. If you didn’t make it to breakfast, you can still catch him here before he heads back to the North Pole to finalize his preparations for Christmas Eve. Finally, the Snow “Ball” Community Dance at the school will complete the day. If you’re under 10, or over 64, you get to go for free. Everybody in between will have to pay. May your day at the Carnival be merry and bright I know mine will be. I’ll be there on Dec. 7, and I hope I see you there, too. BAINBRIDGE - The Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce the Inaugural Christmas Parade taking place on Saturday, Dec. 14 at 6 p.m. The parade will begin on Pruyn St., next to Payne’s Cranes and end at the village park. To help ring in the holiday season the chamber invites all to join in as a parade participant. If you would like to take part, please arrive at the Pruyn St. location at 5:30 p.m. for the line-up. The chamber encourages businesses, nonprofit organizations, families, individuals, walkers, floats with trailers, classic cars - you name it, to take part. All ages are welcome. There is no fee to enter. In the interest of safety, if you plan on handing out candy to the children, the chamber asks that you do not throw it from a float, but rather designate someone to walk near your float to hand the candy to the children. Light rain will not affect the parade. However, heavy storms or the potential of heavy storms could result in a cancellation. Following the parade, plan Deadlines Remain Monday at 5 p.m. for the Thanksgiving Issue Our offices will be closed Thanksgiving Day. to visit Santa in the village park, along with Christmas carolers and plenty of hot chocolate. If you would like to participate in the Inaugural Bainbridge Christmas Parade, please contact Lori McGraw at 725-6791. “We hope you can join us for this exciting new tradition that will bring our community together year after year for the holidays.” Operation Merry Christmas Begins 73rd Year of Giving SIDNEY - Operation Merry Christmas is ready for our 73rd Year of Giving. Our headquarters will be at the Sidney Civic Center again this year. We would like to ask for your support. We have a large number of area children signed up again this year. This program could not exist without the generous donations from this community. Monetary donations may be made out to “Operation Merry Christmas” and sent to us in care of the Sacred Heart Church at 15 Liberty St., Sidney, NY 13838. These funds are used to help provide clothes, toys, and school supplies for local children. We also help several shut-ins each year. Many area businesses have our Giving Trees this season. If they are not already there, they will be shortly. They include: ACCO Brands, Amphenol, Community Bank, Dollar General, Kmart, Lemon Tree, NBT Bank, One Main Financial, Pennysaver, Price Chopper, Rainbows End, Sacred Heart Church, Sidney Library, Sidney Middle School, Trackside Diner, Unadilla Bank, Unadilla Center Church, Village Variety, and XTra Mart. You may stop into any of these businesses and take a tag off the tree. You would then return a new, unwrapped gift to the same business. All gifts need to be returned by Dec. 3. If you have any questions, please call Ginny Ireland at 967-8119. Please leave a message if no one answers. Thank you for always helping area children in the past, and we hope you can help again this year. All Are Welcome at Afton’s Thanksgiving Day Dinner AFTON - The annual Thanksgiving Dinner sponsored by Afton Interchurch Council will be held this year on Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 28, noon to 3 p.m. Afton United Methodist Church will host the dinner, to which the whole community is invited. There is no charge, although donations are accepted. Delivery is available within the Afton area by calling 6391897 by Nov. 27. This is a great time to fellowship with family and friends while giving thanks to our Heavenly Father for His bountiful gifts. Come and join us! Christmas for Canines Toy Drive Will be Held for DVHS Animals SIDNEY - The Delaware Valley Humane Society (DVHS) is pleased to announce that the Houndstooth Bakery and Boutique has agreed to sponsor the 2013 ‘Christmas For Canines’ toy drive. This toy drive will allow DVHS to provide quality toys to the shelter dogs. Karen Crawford, DVHS Shelter manager, stated “We are thrilled that the Houndstooth has agreed to work with us on this project. These toys will provide much-needed play time for the dogs, and allow us to work with them on socialization skills.” To help with this project, please visit the Houndstooth Bakery at 87 Main St. in Sidney between Nov. 23 and Dec. 24. Check the DVHS Christmas tree for the dog you’d like to help, and purchase an appropriate toy. The Houndstooth and DVHS staff will distribute your donation to the shelter animals. For more information about this project contact Cassandra Vance at the Houndstooth Bakery and Boutique, 563-2275, or DVHS Shelter manager Karen Crawford at 563-7780. “I’LL WAG MY TAIL to say thank you if you give me a toy.” Check out the canine tree at Houndstooth Bakery & Boutique for the DVHS dog you’d like to help. 2 — Tri-Town News — Thursday, November 21, 2013 Computer Center at Sidney Library Has Open Hours ADMIRING ITEMS FOR SALE at the Holiday Bazaar are Fran Dodge, Johanna Kimmerman and Roberta Trask. Holiday Bazaar and Bake Sale Is Saturday at St. Agnes Church AFTON - All are invited to join the Ladies of Mary from St. Agnes and St. John’s parishes for their annual Holiday Bazaar and Bake Sale this Saturday, Nov. 23 from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at St. Agnes Church Hall in Afton, across the street from the Afton Fire Station. Please enter through the back door of the church. Start off your day by having breakfast with us. Homemade goodies will be sold including crumb cake, corn muffins, coffee cake, breads, juice, coffee, tea and hot chocolate. There will be free refills on hot beverages. A special part of this event is when our family, friends. neighbors and fellow church members stop by to share a cup of coffee with us before or after shopping at the bazaar. HORTON Has It! Ask Us How to CUT YOUR FUEL BILL IN HALF! COAL & FURNACE STOVES Free standing automatic hand fired and add-ons. BTUs 70,000500,000. Prices Start at $1,949 EDENPURE HEATER Gen-3. High-efficiency Electric Heater. Call for details. $ 28999 We stock Coal & Pellets by the Bag or Ton Coal Ton $280 Pellets Ton $230 HORTON HARDWARE AFTON • 639-1283 www.hortonhardware.com Once again it’s the craft table that takes center stage. This year our entire team worked like elves to create unique items for the sale. They have continued to knit, quilt and crochet beautiful handmade items. There will also be adult scarves, hats, gloves and an assortment of adorable baby items. There will also be household items and holiday decorations. The White Elephant table features a 24 pc. table setting with extra matching pieces, as well as a coordinating four piece canister set, ceramics, jewelry, wine glasses, beautiful baskets, kitchen items and books. The bake table will give you a head start on your Thanksgiving dessert table with an assortment of homemade cakes, pies, decorated cupcakes, holiday theme cookies, brownies and more. Jams and jelly will also be available. There will also be a raffle with 1sr prize, $200; 2nd prize, $100; 3rd prize, $75 and 4th prize, a handmade afghan by Johanna. There will also be door raffles. Several of our local businesses have generously donated gift certificates. The Hair Salon in Afton, Sew Clever, Afton Equipment, Great American, Vincent’s Restaurant, Village Variety, Highway 7, Serenity Xscape and Rosa’s Restaurant are just some of the contributor. The proceeds from our fundraising activities allow us to help support the Food Pantry (Broome), Catholic Charities Domestic Violence Program, American Diabetes Assn., plants/flowers for shut-ins Christmas/Easter, yearly scholarships for Afton/Bainbridge Schools and more. SIDNEY - New to computers and need help? Want to organize your pictures and music? Need to set up a Facebook or e-mail account? Confused on how to search the Internet? Need help looking for jobs online? Want eReader, Tablet or Smartphone assistance? Then stop by the Sidney Memorial Public Library’s Public Computing Center. In addition to offering a variety of computer and technology-related workshops, the Public Computing Center also holds “Open Hours” where laptops, scanners and tablets are free for use and a staff member is available to assist and answer questions. November’s “Open Hours” are: Monday and Wednesday 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.; Tuesday 2 – 4 p.m. and Thursday 6 – 8 p.m. December’s Open Hours are: Monday and Wednesday 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.; Tuesday 2 – 4 p.m. and Thursday 6 – 8 p.m. FALL SUPPERS MT. UPTON - The United Methodist Church of Mount Upton will hold a Community Buffet Dinner on Thursday, Nov. 21 at 5 p.m. All are welcome. There will be a free will donation. These dinners are sponsored by the United Methodist Women and the ladies of the church. GILBERTSVILLE - The free community dinner will be held on Thursday, Nov. 21 at 5:30 p.m. at the Christ Church, Rt. 51, Gilbertsville. Join your friends and neighbors to enjoy this month’s meal of chicken and biscuit, coleslaw, vegetable and dessert. All are welcome. A free will donation will be accepted. SIDNEY - A Pork Dinner will be held Saturday, Nov. 23 at the Sidney VFW. Servings will be from 5:30 p.m. until gone. The dinner is being sponsored by Unadilla TOPS, Chapter 618. UNADILLA - The Unadilla Methodist Church will not be serving a dinner on the last Monday in November due to Thanksgiving. The dinner will be held on Monday, Dec. 2 at 4 p.m. until all are served. This will be a roast beef dinner and will include roast beef, mashed potatoes, gravy, vegetable, roll and dessert. GILBERTSVILLE - A Soup and Sandwich Luncheon will be held on Saturday, Dec. 7 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the NLFH, Baptist Church, Gilbertsville. A variety of soups and sandwiches with homemade pie for dessert will be available. The Christmas Bazaar will also be taking place from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. UNADILLA – A weekly luncheon is being served every Wednesday at 12:30 p.m. at St. Matthews Episcopal Church, Unadilla. A free will offering is appreciated. Sidney Library Holiday Hours SIDNEY - The Sidney Memorial Public Library and branches will close at 3 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 27 and be closed on Thursday, Nov. 28 for Thanksgiving. Zoning Board Of Appeals To Meet Nov. 25 TINA SOUILLIARD (front right) displays beaded bracelets, along with several library patrons who are also displaying bracelets they made at a workshop held at the Sidney Memorial Public Library. The workshop was enjoyed by some 20 adults and children who made bracelets to take home. Tina, owner of Beads of a Feather, will be holding a Santa’s Workshop for children at her shop Nov. 29, 30 and Dec. 7 and 14. (TTN Photo by Anna Ritchey) Beads of a Feather to Hold Four Santa’s Workshops SIDNEY – While holiday images for some might include “visions of sugarplums” dancing, at Beads of a Feather on Division St., Santa’s Workshops will include creating with colorful, sparkly beads! Available dates are Nov. 29 and 30, Dec. 7 and 14, between the hours of 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. An added plus for parents is the opportunity to drop off your age 5 and older creative, little “elves” for a maximum of three hours while you do some holiday shopping of your own. A full service bead shop with stringing materials, tools and a large variety of beads, pendants, clasps, toggles and leather products, Beads of a Feather is a veritable workshop in itself. Owner Tina “Feather” Souilliard is a certified instructor who can help your little ones design and assemble unique gifts that “sparkle above the rest.” See the ad in this week’s newspaper for more details and prepare your family for this special “drop while you shop” opportunity. Christmas Bazaar Is This Saturday At Guilford United Methodist Church GUILFORD - A Christmas Bazaar, along with a soup and sandwich lunch, and a bake sale will be held on Saturday, Nov. 23 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Guilford United Methodist Church. There will be jewelry, toys, Christmas items, books including cook books, Rada cutlery, dolls, homemade peanut brittle and a White Elephant table. Tables are still available. Call Elaine at 895-6325 for reservations. BAINBRIDGE – The Village of Bainbridge Zoning Board of Appeals will hold their regularly scheduled monthly meeting on Monday, Nov. 25 at 7 p.m. in the village clerk’s office, 33 West Main Street, Bainbridge. Please Join Us NBT of Afton and Bainbridge as we count our blessings this holiday season and help us GIVE TO OUR LOCAL FOOD PANTRY (ie: can and dry goods) We now have a Facebook page. Or check out the TriTown News website at www.tritownnews. com for back issues, subscription forms, blank golf and bowling score sheets, submission information and more! HELP IS NEEDED for the Unadilla Main St. Christmas lights project. The Unadilla Chamber of Commerce has undertaken the task of completely redoing the Christmas lights, a project started this fall. With Christmas fast approaching, the lights are ready for restringing. Dave Welch and Sue Mott , along with several community residents and Chamber members, have been hard at work restringing lights. If you can help, call Dave (cell) 2877393. The work bee continues this Friday, Nov. 22 both during the day and evening at the Unadilla Fire Station, Clifton St., Unadilla. Tri-Town News — Thursday, November 21, 2013— 3 The Friends of the Libraries To Show Holiday Film Nov. 24 Beartracks Bluegrass Beats Path To Town Hall Theatre Nov. 23 BAINBRIDGE - Hot “on the trail” of bluegrass and country, with a brand new sound as of July 2013, Beartracks makes their Town Hall Opry debut this Saturday, Nov. 23, in the Bainbridge Town Hall Theatre. What began in 2004 when legendary dobro player Junior Barber convinced his cousins Tom Venne and Julie Venne Hogan to switch from playing traditional country in clubs and join him in playing bluegrass at festivals in the northeast, has, in nearly a decade, made progressively more “tracks” toward traditional bluegrass. Having established their reputation with the sibling vocal harmony of Tom and Julie, as well as Junior’s unique stylist approach to playing resonator guitar, Beartracks gained acceptance and a solid fan base at festivals in the eastern U.S. and in Canada from Calgary to PEI. Tom Venne, who in 1999 was inducted into the New York State Country Music Hall of Fame while playing with a band called The Upstate New Yorkers, grew up listening to traditional roots country and bluegrass while his mom and dad practiced with their band Clem Hawkins and the Wagoneers. Tom plays rhythm guitar and splits the lead and harmony vocals with his sister, Julie. SHARE THE BOUNTY SIDNEY - Join your friends and neighbors for a free community dinner on Thursday, Nov. 21 from 4:30-6:30 p.m. at the Sidney United Methodist Church on 12 Liberty Street. Many thanks to East Guilford and Unadilla Presbyterian Churches for preparing and serving this meal. The menu includes spaghetti and meatballs, salad and dessert. We hope to see you there. Please note change in date due to Thanksgiving. SOUP Julie began singing with her family’s band at the age of five, standing on a chair to reach the microphone and belt out “Cotton Fields” without missing a note. Her superb vocals, steady bass playing, high-heeled boots and seemingly boundless energy bring a special “kick” to Beartracks. In the summer of 2012, experienced bluegrass musician and music educator, Scott Hopkins, joined Beartracks, bringing with him a driving banjo style and occasional third part vocal harmony. The addition of the banjo brought a much more traditional bluegrass sound though Hank and Merle still make their way into some of the music sets. When Junior decided to retire in June of 2013, the hunt began for a fourth Beartacks band member. Found at a festival in Danby, Vt., Harry Ralph was not just “fiddlin’ around” when he decided to become a permanent member of Beartracks. He has received top awards in local and national fiddle competitions, one time winning the honor of playing beside the world renowned B.B. King. Harry also plays guitar, bass and mandolin. Come on down to the Bainbridge Town Hall Theatre this Saturday, Nov. 23 for Beartracks bluegrass beginning at 8 p.m. Come early and do some holiday shopping at the annual Christmas craft show in the Town Hall Theatre Gallery. The show is open from 1 p.m. until 10 p.m. Benefit For Rotha Scherer Is Sat., Nov. 23 SIDNEY - A benefit/fundraiser for Rotha Scherer will be held this Saturday, Nov. 23 at the Sidney American Legion, 22 Union St., Sidney. From 1 to 4 p.m. there will be a spaghetti dinner and a Chinese auction. The event is being held to raise money for one of our military veterans to help him pay for past medical bills. SIDNEY - With the holiday season fast approaching the Friends of the Libraries has a real treat in store for the movie lovers of the tri-town area. The November movie will be, “The Homecoming.” While that title may not be familiar, fans of the 1970’s TV series, “The Waltons,” will recognize the setting and cast of characters. The movie takes place on Christmas Eve in 1933 when John Walton (Andrew Duggan) is expected home from his job that is some 50 miles away. A snow-storm delays his return, and the plot revolves around the concerns of the family, and in particular John-Boy, who is given the task to try and find his father. Familiar characters include the Baldwin sisters and their famous “recipe,” Olivia Walton (Patricia Neal), the grandparents, and the seven children, all of whom repeat their roles in the TV series. This movie will be a fun way to start the holiday season with a movie suitable for fam- SIDNEY - A full meal is served at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 25 River St., Sidney every Wednesday from 9:3011:45 a.m. We are no longer serving just soups, rather, full meals are served. Food selections vary by week. All are welcome. Next Otsego Co. Senior Meal at Unadilla is Nov. 27 UNADILLA-The next Otsego County Senior Meal served at the Unadilla Neighborhood Apartments will be on Wednesday, Nov. 27 at noon. The luncheon will be featuring Philly cheese steak with onions, oven browned potatoes, blended vegetables and pudding or dessert. All seniors are welcome. You do not need to be a resident of the apartments. Please call 369-2787 by Monday, Nov. 25 to make a reservation. Christmas Wreaths to Be Auctioned by Beta Sigma Phi SIDNEY - A wreath silent auction in Sidney will begin Saturday, Nov. 23. Wreaths will be on display at the Sidney Federal Credit Union, Union St. Sidney through Saturday, Dec. 7. The auction is organized by the women of Beta Sigma Phi Sorority (Preceptor Beta Kappa Chapter) and will benefit the Tri-Town Boys & Girls Club. Bidders will find a bidding form and entry box on display. Bids must be entered in full dollar amounts, with a minimum bid of $20. Bids may be placed on more than one wreath. The person who placed the highest bid on each wreath will be notified the weekend of Dec. 7. (In case of ties, the date of the bid entry will be used) First Session of Marketing For Small Businesses Is Sold Out AFTON - The Greater Afton If anyone is interested in beArea Chamber of Commerce’s ing notified of any of the Greatbusiness seminar er Afton Area Cham‘Marketing for ber of Commerce’s Limited Small Businesses future events please Openings Using the Internet contact Peg Squire, For Second Business Developand Social Media’ presented by ProSession ment Chair at villafessor Surinder S. [email protected] with a Kahai from SUNY request for notice of at Binghamton is sold out for future events. session one. This session ‘Getting Your Small Business on the Internet’ was presented on Nov 18. There are a very limited number of openings available for Session 2: ‘Advertising yourself on the Internet & Introduction to Social Media’ on Nov. 25, and Session 3: ‘The use of Twitter & Facebook for Business’ on Dec. 2. If you are interested please contact Peg Squire, Business Development Chair at villadale@ tds.net. All sessions are from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at Afton Central School. Pine Ridge Groceries KITCHEN BAINBRIDGE – The Soup Kitchen at the Bainbridge United Methodist Church will be open this Saturday from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. ilies. It will be shown on Sunday, Nov. 24, at 1:30 p.m. in the Smart Community Room. The Sidney Memorial Library is located on the corner of River and Main St. As always there will be complimentary popcorn and water. WEEKLY MEAT and CHEESE SPECIALS WE DO MEAT AND CHEESE PLATTERS Meats And Cheeses Sliced In Store. Buy sliced or chunked—any amount you desire. BUY BULK BY THE POUND and $AVE — Variety of Bread Flours - Including Gluten-Free Products Nuts – Dried Fruits – Snack Mixes – and Lots More! FROM THE DELI — Wide Variety of Meats and Cheeses - Including several kinds of Swiss, Cheddar and Yogurt Cheese A WARM GREETING is extended to visitors at MUSE Gifts & Vintage Effects by owner Darcy Nelson. Unadilla’s newest shop is filled with beautiful and unique gifts and items for the home. MUSE Gifts & Vintage Effects Grand Opening Is Sat., Nov. 23 UNADILLA - MUSE Gifts & Vintage Effects will hold their grand opening this Saturday, Nov. 23. Located in the lovely pink Victorian home next to the Great American in Unadilla at 163 Main St., the shop is filled with a variety of beautiful gifts and other unique items. Owners Craig and Darcy Nelson and family invite you to enjoy a delightful shopping experience within a Victorian home. There will be live music all day with Jamie Willard and Joanna Nelson. Relax a bit in the music room with a complimentary cup of tea or Starbucks coffee and WIFI. There will be a drawing for a $50 gift certificate. MUSE Gifts & Vintage Effects will be open Thursday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. with extended hours after Thanksgiving. Visitors will be delighted with the wide selection of gifts and items for the home. The shop features cards, and jewelry by Victorian Trading Company, Bridgewater candles, Melissa & Doug toys, Trades of Hope jewelry and gifts, journals, paperweights, scarves, picture frames, unique gift soaps, Bibles, Jamie Willard CDs, pianos by Valley Piano, loads of vintage items and much more. The Nelsons moved to upstate New York 15 years ago from Connecticut. They have ten children, ranging in age from six to 27. “They’ve all helped in some way to get this business up and running,” said Darcy. This is a wonderful season to be introduced to a shop filled with unique treasures. For more information, see their ad in this newspaper. ENJOY PANCAKES! ONEONTA - A Pancake Breakfast will be held on Saturday, Nov. 30 at the Elks Lodge, Oneonta. Serving will be from 8 to 11 a.m. The proceeds will benefit a Global Autism project being organized by Amanda Ritchey, a former graduate of the Unatego Central School. New Barber, Old-Fashion Service 179 Main St., Afton 607-240-1591 RICK WHITNEY Licensed Barber • Serving Men & Women • Old-Fashion Steam Shaves & Facials 4 — Tri-Town News — Thursday, November 21, 2013 LETTER TO THE EDITOR The Tri-Town News P.O. Box 208, 5 Winkler Rd., Sidney, NY 13838 Telephone: (607) 561-3526 • FAX: (607) 563-8999 E-mail: [email protected] www.tritownnews.com Radon Is Second Leading Cause Of Lung Cancer The Tri-Town News (UPSPS 618-740) is published Thursdays for $32 per year in the counties of Broome, Chenango, Delaware and Otsego, $30 for e-mail subscriptions and $37 elsewhere by Paden Publishing, LLC, 5 Winkler Road, Sidney, NY, 13838. Periodical postage paid at Sidney, New York. Deadlines: The deadline for submitting items for publication for the current week is Monday at noon for the church page and community calendar and 5 p.m. for news items, letters to the editor, display ads, classified ads and legal notices. Holidays and special sections may require earlier deadlines that will be posted. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to: THE TRI-TOWN NEWS P.O. Box 208, Sidney, NY 13838 (The Sidney Record established 1882. The Sidney Enterprise established 1895. The Bainbridge News and the Bainbridge Republican established 1867. Combined as the Sidney Record and Bainbridge News February 1959.) Continuing the Unadilla Times (established 1854) October 4, 1967. Continuing the Afton Enterprise and Harpursville Budget February 1969. Name changed to Tri-Town News, February 1, 1968. Kenneth S. Paden...................................Publisher Nancy Sue Burns.........................................Editor Anna Ritchey.......................Advertising Manager NEWS FROM N.Y. STATE SENATOR JAMES L. SEWARD The Do’s & Don’ts Of Charitable Giving America is a very compassionate nation – donating nearly $300 billion to charities last year. When someone is in need, it is in our nature to reach out and help. Thoughtful contributors deserve to know that their donations actually go toward charitable work. It is also essential that anyone attempting to deceive the public under the guise of charity is put to a stop. New York State law requires that organizations that solicit money directly from the public register with the Department of Law. The law secures your right to know how much money these organizations raise and how your contributions are being used, including salaries and administrative expenses. As we embark on the holiday season the appeals for charitable gifts will peak. With that in mind, I offer a few helpful “do’s and don’ts” that you should keep in mind before contributing. Do’s of charitable giving: • Do ask to see identification for both the solicitor and the organization, including the organization’s registration number; • Do ask how much of your contribution goes toward fundraising and administrative expenses, including the salaries of the organization’s directors and employees; • Do ask for written literature, and read it; • Do ask how much the organization itself is to receive if it is selling a product or service; • Do ask whether your contribution may be tax deductible; • Do be suspicious of anyone who can’t respond to your questions satisfactorily. Don’ts of charitable giving: • Don’t be afraid to ask questions; • Don’t give to an organization you know nothing about; • Don’t let yourself be pressured into making a donation; • Don’t feel obligated to make a contribution on the spot – you can always mail a contribution after receiving more information; • Don’t give because the solicitor gives you a “sob story.” This approach is quite often a sign of phony and unscrupulous operators; • Don’t be fooled by an impressive name or one that closely resembles the name of a respected or legitimate concern. Most organizations in New York State that engage in charitable activities and/or solicit charitable contributions are required to register with the Attorney General’s Charities Bureau. Under New York State law, charity is defined very broadly, and includes purposes such as cultural programs, education, poverty relief, promotion of health and research to cure disease, and other purposes to benefit the community. Although most charitable organizations are required to register, some are exempt, including: religious organizations, parent-teacher associations, membership organizations that do not solicit contributions from the public, certain educational institutions, and government agencies. Depending on the nature of their activities and whether they solicit contributions from the public, other organizations may also be exempt from registration. The New York State Attorney General’s office has additional information that can be helpful for givers and charities alike. The website, charitiesnys. com, contains financial reports of charities active in New York, guidance for those who manage charities and solicit charitable contributions, tips for those considering donating to charity, and links to other resources. The website also includes an on-line complaint form. All complaints received by the Charities Bureau are reviewed thoroughly to determine whether or not any action by the attorney general is warranted. Perhaps the best advice is to give to a local non-profit group or charity. There are many organizations staffed by volunteers that live and work right here in our community. These groups make a real difference in the lives of our friends and neighbors, and they are part of the reason why our area is special. Finally, if you want to donate to a cause, but do not have the financial means to do so, consider giving your time – it is just as valuable to non-profits in need. MRS. HESS’ FIRST GRADE HOMEROOM at Afton Central School 1970-71. IN THE GOOD OLD DAYS SIDNEY 25 YEARS AGO November 23, 1988 A new concept in purchasing appliances and furniture, as well as televisions, VCRs and stereo systems will be available in the tri-town area when Rainbow Rent To Own opens this Sunday, Nov. 27 in the K-Mart Plaza. A grand opening celebration will be held from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at their new facility located next to Rite Aid in the K-Mart Plaza. Serving as manager of the new Sidney store will be Mark McNett. Earl Hendee, Sr., 60 year member of the H.G. Phelps Hose Co. No. 1 of the Sidney Fire Dept., was honored for his years of service at a dinner held by the company on Sunday, Nov. 13. Earl was presented with a plaque with an inscription noting his years of service to the company, of which he was captain for many years. William Ostrander was honored with a Special Achievement Award and a 3,000 hour sick leave pin at the Sidney Post Office on Nov. 10. Bill has 34 years with the postal service in Sidney, and has accumulated over 3,000 hours of unused sick leave. Joan Howland, Corey Scott and Kristie Straka named to Western Division Field Hockey All-Star Team. Tony Ferrara has 5-0 record in college wrestling at Alfred. SIDNEY 50 YEARS AGO November 20, 1963 The Roaring Twenties comes to life on the stage of the Sidney High school auditorium when the “Torch Bearers” plays there this Friday and Saturday, Nov. 22 and 23. The cast includes: Eunice Atkins, Jane Benson, Sheila Duffy, Howard Dunbar, Louise Greentaner, Charles McKilligan, Ruth McKown, Clarence Russell, Alan Veargason, Herbert Wisner and Howard Wood. Rev. Otto Schenk, pastor of the Alliance Church in Sidney, is doing much of the construction work on the new parsonage being built on Keith Street. Rev. Schenk has helped with the construction of other churches he’s served in. Sidney Community Chest topped their quota with $21,258. BAINBRIDGE 25 YEARS AGO November 23, 1988 As Bainbridge’s water project enters its final phases this month, the board of trustees, at their Nov. 14 meeting, approved the final construction payment and adopted a tenyear term for installment paying. They also heard citizens’ concerns about poor water quality in three areas as expressed in letters and by two Guilford residents. Dean Hubbard, son of Francis and Carol Hubbard of Guilford, will receive the DAR Good Citizen Award. B-G student council officers Traci Crouch, George Villnave, Kate Carroll, Rusty Beers and their advisor Michele Shirkey attended the 1988 Student Leadership Conference in Buffalo. BAINBRIDGE 50 YEARS AGO November 20, 1963 Soccer coach Eugene P. Whitney recently sent a letter to the parents of Stan Hulbert of Bainbridge commending Stan for his sportsmanship and gentlemanly conduct while a member of Delhi Tech’s undefeated soccer team. B-G senior class play is “Finders Creepers” by Donald Payton. Cast includes Mike Purdy, Bill Sherman, Pat White, Tanya Seaman, Betty Axtell, T.G. Shoecraft and John Shillabeer, Jim Wickham, John Hayes, Pam Monahan, Rocky Stilson, Ann LaFayette, Paul Case and Rae Schroth. UNADILLA 25 YEARS AGO November 23, 1988 Unadilla Community Chest campaign is getting underway with a goal of $7,500. Sally Titus is again serving as chairman with Paula VanLoan as treasurer. UNADILLA 50 YEARS AGO November 20, 1963 At a regular meeting of the board of education held Nov. 13, the board selected the new name for the Otego-Unadilla School District from 88 entries submitted by residents of the school district. Judges selected five names and submitted them to the board of education for their consideration. Of the five names, Unatego was by far the most popular. District If you have old photos you would like to see in the Tri-Town News, please bring them by our offices in the Sidney Industrial Park, mail them to PO Box 208, Sidney, NY 13838 with a self-addressed envelope or e-mail scanned copies (300 dpi) to us at ttnews@ tritownnews.com. residents who served as judges were: John Hull, Harold York, George Dieball, Marguerite Monser, Beatrice Darlin. Nov. 21, 1958 – A motion, requesting a special village referendum, was passed at the hearing held last Thursday in connection with the sale of part of the community grounds to the Unadilla National Bank. The public hearing, held at the Community House, was quite well attended by interested Unadillans, several of whom voiced opinions on the proposition, both pro and con. A legal notice, announcing a special referendum on Dec. 3 from 1 to 7 p.m. at the Community House, appears on the back page of this issue. Shortly after 10 p.m. Wednesday evening a terrific explosion, followed by a flash fire, destroyed the Gulf Gas Station and garage at the corner of Main and Bridge Streets in this village. The loss, partially covered by insurance, was estimated at $25,000. November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month and while most are aware that smoking is the leading cause of lung cancer, not everyone recognizes that prolonged exposure to radon gas is the second leading cause of lung cancer. In fact, radon-related lung cancers are responsible for an estimated 21,000 deaths in the U.S. each year. Radon is a colorless, tasteless, odorless gas found in rocks and soil. It is a natural gas emitted from the ground that forms radioactive byproducts. When radon builds up to dangerous levels inside, it could be inhaled and eventually can damage tissue inside your lungs and cause lung cancer. Radon enters your home, school or office building through cracks in the foundation or even through pipes and/or the water supply. People with private wells are more at risk than people with community water supply. By sealing your home to keep radon outside, you can significantly reduce your home’s radon levels. Testing your home is the best way to find out whether you are being exposed to high levels of radon. The Lung Association sells radon kits for only $12, available at www. LungNE.org/products or by calling 1-800-LUNG-USA. As we work to raise awareness and find better treatments and cures for lung cancer, knowledge is power. The Lung Association’s website offers a wealth of information about radon, lung cancer, and lung disease so you are armed with the information you need to protect yourself and your loved ones. Visit us at LungNE.org for more. Jeff Seyler, President & CEO American Lung Association of the Northeast FROM THE DELAWARE CO. SHERIFF’S DESK BY TOM MILLS New Technology Advises Victims When Protection Orders are Served The period of time immediately following the service of an Order of Protection can be dangerous for victims and therefore it is critical for their safety and for the enforcement of the order that they be given timely notification. I urge victims who have requested a Court Order of Protection to register with SAVIN-NY to receive an alert when their Order is served. Governor Andrew Cuomo issued a press release last week promoting the use of the SAVIN-NY program, which uses NY-ALERT (www.nyalert.gov) to send notifications of service to domestic violence victims 24 hours a day, seven days a week via text message, e-mail, fax and an automated phone call. Visit www.governor.ny.gov/press/10232013life-saving-alerts to see the governor’s release. Delaware County residents can register to receive SAVINNY alerts by visiting www.nyalert.gov and clicking on the “Orders of Protection” box on the left menu. Individuals who register with SAVIN also can identify additional individuals to be notified when orders of protection are served, such as advocates, attorneys, friends or family members. Individuals can log onto the system to check whether orders of protection are served, even if they don’t wish to receive alerts. The New York State Sheriffs’ Association Institute has partnered with New York State to make the SAVIN system available in Delaware County, across Upstate New York and on Long Island. Sheriff Ronald Spike, chairman of the Sheriffs’ Association Institute Board of Directors, noted, “SAVIN helps expand and protect the rights of victims even further, using technology to provide them and their advocates with critical, empowering information.” The New York State Sheriffs’ Association Institute was formed in 1979 to operate some of the charitable and educational programs that had been administered by the Sheriffs’ Association. The institute provides education and training for sheriffs and their staff; operates the institute’s Summer Camp for children; and the Sheriffs’ Victim Notification Services. Tri-Town News — Thursday, November 21, 2013— 5 Algonquin Antique Auto Club Plans Christmas Dinner Dec. 15 BAINBRIDGE - The November meeting of the Algonquin Antique Auto Club was held on Nov. 3 at the Bainbridge Museum. Twenty-six people enjoyed a delicious selection of various dishes for the harvest dinner. Turkey and gravy was provided by the club which Pete Ferrante donated his time to procure. We were also grateful to Charlie Davis for bringing our long time member, Bill Deering, from the Oxford Veterans Home. It was good to see Bill looking so well. We will next meet on Dec. 15 at 2 p.m. for our annual Christmas dinner at the Sacred Heart Church in Sidney. Food with our choice of prime rib or chicken with appetizers and dessert will be provided by the Knights of Columbus. Last year we had 38 in attendance and this is the number we gave to them to plan on for this year. Those that weren’t in attendance in November and would like to attend the Christmas dinner, should call Eileen Mitchell at 967-7185 with their choice. This meal is paid with club funds and Contra Dance Will Continue Sunday, Dec. 8 SIDNEY - Sidney Community Contra Dance continues Sunday, Dec. 8 from 5:30-9 p.m. on a winter schedule. The event will take place at the Hillcrest Roller Rink, West Main St, Sidney (address for GPS is 2181 County Road 4). Roller Rink phone is 563-8144. Local piano and banjo player Kathy Shimberg is joined by Eileen Nicholson on fiddle. Bob Nicholson returns as caller with his energy and enthusiasm ready to warm a room with laughter. Children 12 and under participate free of charge. For more information see us on Facebook at Sidney Community Contra Dance or call 563-2582. Basic STAR Exemptions Must Be Re-registered everyone should come and enjoy this holiday dinner. Anyone who is not a member but helped out at our annual car show in June are also invited to attend. A gift exchange of no more than $10 will be held with a man giving for a man and a woman for a woman. We have missed seeing some of our newer members at recent meetings and hope they will join us for this holiday event. Just a reminder, the February meeting will be our election of officers meeting and everyone should plan to attend to vote for possible new candidates. NORWICH - The Chenango County Assessors Association is reminding all property owners who receive the “BASIC” Star Exemption on their 2013 school taxes that they must reregister with New York State prior to Dec. 31. Please note if you are 65 or over and are receiving the “ENHANCED” Star this DOES NOT pertain to you, you should continue the same process that you have had in past years and file with your local assessor. Any owner who fails to reregister will lose the benefit of the exemption for their 2014 school taxes. Again please be reminded that this is only Holiday Closings AFTON – The Village of Afton Clerk’s office will be closed on Thursday, Nov. 28 in observance of Thanksgiving Day. We will reopen on Monday, Dec. 2 at 9 a.m. GUILFORD – The Guilford Town Hall will be closed Thursday, Nov. 28 through Sunday, Dec. 1 for the Thanksgiving holiday weekend. In addition, there will not be any Guilford Town Court on Thursday, Nov. 28. Normal business hours will resume on Monday, Dec. 2. Create A Card Workshop Dec. 9 At Sidney Library SIDNEY - Have fun creating your own cards for the holiday or any occasion in this workshop at the Sidney Memorial Public Library on Monday, Dec. 9, at 6:30 p.m. For a mere six dollar fee, you’ll take home six enchanting cards to give away to friends and relatives. A variety of patterns, including unique gift cards, will be demonstrated. Samples of cards are on display at the library. Space is limited, so register now to reserve your spot in the class and join the fun. A WINTER CONCERT will be presented by the Bainbridge-Guilford Music Department Wednesday, Dec. 4 at 7:30 p.m. in the high school auditorium. The performance will feature the high school band, orchestra and chorus. The public is cordially invited. In the photo, are three of the violin players, Rachel Hinkley, Ashlee Ocasio and Lindsey Castle. Franklin Family Turkey Trot Is Nov. 30 at Franklin School FRANKLIN - The 2nd Annual Franklin Family Turkey Trot, a 5K run/walk with optional one-mile stroll will be held Saturday, Nov. 30 at 10:30 a.m. at the Franklin Central School. Registration fee the day of the event will be $25 per person. Registration will take place from 8 to 9:30 a.m. in the school cafeteria. A tee Open House Nov. 23 To Celebrate Glenn Geertgens’ Birthday FRANKLIN – There will be an open house to celebrate the 90th birthday of Glenn Geertgens of Franklin. It will be held at the Legion Hall on Main Street, Franklin on Saturday, Nov. 23 from 2 – 5 p.m. THE AFTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY REMEMBERS “THE WAY WE WERE” AFTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY 116 South Main Street Afton, NY 13730 HISTORICAL MINUTES NO. 1,061 by Charles J. Decker, Afton Town and Village Historian NOVEMBER 2013 Old farm papers and books about the tools and customs of former years often have pictures and dates for items which are displayed in the Afton Museum. Recently I discovered a forgotten box of papers in my garage. Among them were about a dozen farm newspapers from the 1880s. They had advertising for several of the tools which we have on display. One of them is the Davis Swing Churn, patented on May 1, 1877, and manufactured at Bellows Falls, Vermont. Our model has the same lettering and dates stenciled on the sides and looks to be the same yellow color. Not having a churn during a milk strike years ago, my mother churned butter in our Easy washing machine. It worked. Another item pictured is a wheelbarrow seeder, which has a light wooden frame with a single front wheel. The seed box is about ten feet long and bolts on crossways to the frame. Grass or clover seed was placed in the narrow seed box and an agitator causes the seed to fall on the ground. When I was young, we Cider press in the used one to spread grass seed on a fall-planted grain crop such Afton Museum Barn. as wheat in preparation for a hay crop the next season. I plan to Picture from “Tools of give that seeder to the museum when a spot can be found for it. Our Ancestors,” 2007 Another item pictured, not a tool, is iron fencing with spaced calendar of the Afton upright rods and fancy corner posts of open work and ornate Historical Society finials. The gate posts at the front of the East Side Cemetery are identical except for the finials. The women of the Universalist Church bought that fencing for the cemetery which was then, in the 19th century, operated by that church. It is now under the management of the Afton Glenwood Cemetery Association. The record books are in the Afton Free Library. Another informative source is the book “The Good Old Days, an Invitation to Memory.” It is by R.J. McGinnis and was published in 1960. One of its pictures is of a cider press, which appears to be exactly like the one which we have in the museum barn. It came from Carl and Marjorie Hendrickson. Someone was telling me the other day about an octogenarian lady who still turns the hand crank of a similar machine to make her own cider. shirt is guaranteed to all race participants. Fast Finishes will provide electronic timing. Awards and recognitions will be held in the school cafeteria following the race. All proceeds from the event will go to the Franklin School athletics. In addition to the scheduled run, there will be a HobbleGobble kids run at 10 a.m. No registration is needed for the kids run for the “BASIC” Star Exemptions. Those with Enhanced Star exemptions please continue the renewal process that you have had in the past. STAR Exemptions are only available on a primary residence. The New York State Department of Taxation and Finance have sent out notifications about this re-registration and anyone who has not received this notice can register online at www.tax.ny.gov or by calling (518) 457-2036. The association is also warning about solicitations for a fee-based service to apply for Star exemptions, please be advised that this is a scam. Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY November 30 • 10-2 Bainbridge Town Hall Live Support Shop Local 6 — Tri-Town News — Thursday, November 21, 2013 Grange Is Sponsoring “Light Up the Town” Contest GILBERTSVILLE - But- fice. Grange members and othternut Valley Grange, Gilberts- ers are invited to place knitted ville, plans to kick in the holi- hats, either purchased or homeday season with many activities made, on the tree and any perof interest to the general public. sons who need a hat for warmth For the first time in many during the upcoming winter years, the Grange is sponsoring months are encouraged to pick a holiday decorating contest, one up and call it their own. “Light Up the Town.” Open to The tree will be available in the all households and public build- lobby of the Gilbertsville Post Office throughings in the Town of Butternuts, the Providing Christmas out the month Grange is encour- Hat Tree & Hosting of December. aging all to decorate Christmas Dinner Questions about the Christmas their properties for the upcoming holidays. There Hat Tree may be directed to will be two divisions, either the Barbara Hill at 783-2388. The Grange is also hostfront entrance or the entire front of the building which could in- ing a Christmas dinner open to clude the front yard. The two anyone in the area on Saturday, categories are homes and public Dec. 14 at 1 p.m. at the Grange buildings/businesses. The prizes Hall on Bloom St. The turkey for the front entrance are $25, dinner with all the trimmings is $15 and $10. For front of the free. A brief program will folbuilding, entire building and/or low the dinner. Only the first 50 front yard the prizes are $40, people can be accommodated, $30 and $20. Those wishing to so early reservations are encourparticipate in should register aged by calling any of the folwith Roger Halbert, 783-2691 lowing: Laura Hall, 783-2452; by Dec. 1. Decorations should Sue Winter, 783-2898; or Rose be in place by Dec. 4 with judg- Foster, 783-2104. Deadline for ing to be accomplished the first reservations is Dec. 4. Grange members will Christweekend of December. Lighted decorations should be lit by mas carol on Dec. 16. The Grange is sponsoring 4:30 p.m. The Grange is also providing a bus trip to the Catskills for a a Christmas Hat Tree that will holiday dinner and Christmas be placed in the local Post Of- show on Tuesday, Dec. 3. GILBERTSVILLE Butternut Valley Grange Receives Awards at State Grange Session NEWS ROBERTA HALBERT 783-2445 Grange News Five members of Butternut Valley Grange attended the 147th Convention of National Grange held last week in Manchester, N.H. Church News Bryce Gundlach, son of Nate and Julie, was baptized during the morning worship service at the Presbyterian Church. A pre-Thanksgiving dinner was also held following morning worship. Reminder -The Thanksgiving Community Service will be held Sunday, Nov. 24 at 4 p.m. at the Baptist Church. A soup and sandwich luncheon will be held on Saturday, Dec. 7 from 11:30 to 1 p.m. at the NLFH, Baptist Church. There will be a variety of soups and sandwiches with homemade pies for desert. Annual Christmas Bazaar will be held on Saturday, Dec. 7 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Baptist Church, NLFH featuring crafts, bake sale, white elephant and Chinese auction. GILBERTSVILLE - Butternut Valley Grange, Gilbertsville, received several honors during the recent 141st session of the New York State Grange Convention held in Albany. Anna Ritchey, program director for 2012-2013, was selected to receive the Sally Benson Award for a distinguished program. The program was the Community Citizen Award given to Teresa Adell for her outstanding work in the 4-H program locally and for Otsego County. Butternut Valley Grange was also mentioned as the second place Grange statewide in receiving seven new members during the past year. The Grange’s Community Service Report was rated first place for the past year and will represent New York State in the competition at the National Grange Convention in Manchester, N.H. the week of November 11. Several legislative issues that had been proposed by Butternut Valley Grange earlier in the year were also adopted by the delegate body at the State BAINBRIDGE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Christmas Coloring Contest THE SALLY BENSON AWARD is presented to Anna Ritchey, program director for the Butternut Valley Grange (l.) by Sharon Croucher, NYS Grange lecturer. Convention, including: support of Pre-K and Kindergarten in our public school system; favoring a longer school year; support of cursive writing in third and fourth grades; opposing raising the age to purchase tobacco products from the current age of 18 in NYS; opposing legislation that would negate the need for a physician collaborative agreement for Nurse Practitioners in their normal scope of duties; support of medicinal use of marijuana under limited conditions; and support of legislation that would prohibit voting on legislation in the NYS Legislature between the hours of 9 p.m. and 9 a.m. National Grange President Ed Luttrell was the guest of honor at the convention. The message of his address to the delegates was “Courage.” We need to have the courage to listen to others, especially those with whom we do not agree. We must also be civil enough to remain friends even after disagreements. A lesson that public officials may take to heart. Assmblyman Steve McLaughlin was the keynote speaker. He commented on the value that agriculture brings to the state and the need for a stronger voice for the upstate area. Donald and Susan Drake were winners of the coveted Gerald Eastman Award. The award is presented annually to an individual or couple who exemplify Christian principles and influence others in a positive way, Don’s professional career includes teaching, being a school administrator and involvement with Pathfinder Village, a school for individuals with Downs Syndrome. Sue has dedicated herself to service, especially at the Clara Welch Thanksgiving Home. AN AWARD IS PRESENTED to the Butternut Valley Grange, represented by Roger Halbert, president (l.), by Kathy Medlar, Grange community service director. -RULES1. This contest is open to all children in the entire area, ages 2 to 11. 2. Return all entries by Noon Fri., Dec. 6, to Bainbridge SFCU. 3. Pencil, paint, or crayon can be used in coloring this picture. 4. Prizes will be given based on accuracy and appearance with separate prizes for ages 2–3, 4–5, 6–8, and 9–11. 5. Winning entries will be on display and prizes will be available Sat., Dec. 7 at SFCU. They will be announced in the Tri-Town News. Contestant’s Name Address Age Phone Santa & Mrs. Claus will be at Bainbridge SFCU Lobby on December 7 from 9 to 12 Free Cookies and Crafts to Make! BRING YOUR OWN CAMERA FOR A PICTURE WITH SANTA We Will Not Be Providing Pictures With Santa. PLEASE BRING A FOOD OR MONEY DONATION FOR BAINBRIDGE SOUP KITCHEN Prizes will be awarded in each age division. Return by Noon Friday, December 6 to Bainbridge SFCU. Winning Entries will be on display and prizes will be available Saturday, December 7 at the SFCU. SPONSORED BY THE BAINBRIDGE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE AND BAINBRIDGE SFCU IN CO-OPERATION WITH THE TRI-TOWN NEWS. 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Annual Simulated Test NORWICH - The backup emergency communication skills of area Amateur Radio operators, often called “hams,” were tested in Chenango County on Nov. 9 as Amateur Radio operators conducted their annual Simulated Emergency Test. Amateur Radio volunteer operators around the country respond to many calls for aid each year. They provide their services and equipment freely to their communities, saving both lives and thousands of dollars for neighbors. They are “Amateurs” only in that they are not paid, but their service in a disaster can be priceless. As FEMA Director Craig Fugate remarked, “When you need them, you really need them!” The scenario recently involved a passing thunderstorm igniting a forest fire in state land near North Pharsalia, causing widespread property damage with several nearby residents sustaining various injuries. Ham operators participating were members of the Chenango Valley Amateur Radio Assoc., Inc., Chenango County Amateur Radio Emergency Saturdays Are Family Days At Unadilla Library UNADILLA - Saturday is a great day for families at the Unadilla Public Library. Every Saturday at 10 a.m., a familyfriendly movie is shown and popcorn is served. As soon as the movie finishes, the LEGO bins come out for creative play. Library hours are Monday and Wednesday, 6-8 p.m.; Tuesday and Thursday 10 a.m.-12 p.m., 1-5 p.m., and 68 p.m.; and Saturday 10 a.m.-2 p.m. For more information, call 369-3131. Tianderah DAR To Meet Nov. 20 GILBERTSVILLE - Tianderah Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution, Gilbertsville will meet on Nov. 20 at 1:45 p.m. at the home of Marcia Foote in Morris. Hostess Foote will display and discuss Colonial decorative arts. Refreshments will follow with Pam Curtin assisting the hostess. August Marcy, Jr. Graduates from Basic Training COLUMBIA, S.C. - Army National Guard Pvt. August H. Marcy Jr. has graduated from basic combat training at Fort Jackson, Columbia, S.C. During the nine weeks of training, Marcy studied the Army mission, history, tradition and core values, physical fitness, and received instruction and practice in basic combat skills, military weapons, chemical warfare and bayonet training, drill and ceremony, marching, rifle marksmanship, armed and unarmed combat, map reading, field tactics, military courtesy, military justice system, basic first aid, foot marches, and field training exercises. Marcy is the son of Virginia and August Marcy Sr. of West Edmeston. He is a 2009 graduate of Unadilla Valley Central High School, New Berlin. Service (ARES), the Radio Amateur Civil Emergency Service (RACES) as well as the Nat’l Weather Service “Skywarn” spotter program. Members of this group purchase and maintain their own equipment with all work done on a voluntary, non-compensable basis. Local repeater usage is authorized and provided by the Chenango Valley Amateur Radio Assoc., Inc., owner of the 146.685 Mhz. Repeater (W2RME) located in the Town of Guilford. Repeater operations and maintenance are fully supported and totally funded by our membership, with emergency communications our prime concern. The hams have the slogan, “When all else fails – Amateur Radio!” According to Ray Darling, ARES Emergency Coordinator, “we all take that quite seriously.” Using emergency powered radios and working with local agencies, the hams create extensive radio communica- tions networks which can be used should there be a failure or overload of normal services. Their ability to get back “on the air” quickly is critical following major incidents. In addition, the ham radio operators provide “interoperability” – they can pass information between the many government and volunteer agencies, which are needed in disasters, but often have incompatible communication systems. This simulation enabled the ARES/RACES groups to compensate for that loss by establishing communication links through seven portable/mobile radio stations at key locations throughout the affected area. This service successfully allowed the Chenango County Emergency Coordinators to have direct access to firehouses, hospitals, and established shelter sites while normal means were unavailable. Our Emergency Test was conducted and supported by 21 dedicated, cross- trained amateur radio operators from Chenango County with assistance from volunteer operators from Delaware and Otsego Counties. Despite the internet and cell phones, interest in ham radio is growing rapidly in the US. There are now over 700,000 FCC Amateur Radio licenses in the USA and over 2.5 million worldwide. They are able to gather and transmit information, both locally and worldwide, without depending on other systems. During recent hurricane and flooding incidents, hams were critical in providing immediate, ground level reports to the National Weather Service. After the storm, hams continued to provide help in the many flooded communities and areas that lost electric power. Many national organizations have formal agreements with the Amateur Radio Emergency Service (ARES) and other Amateur Radio groups including: Department of Homeland Security – Citizen Corps, Federal Emergency Management Agency, National Communications System, American Red Cross, The Salvation Army, National Weather Service and Association of Public Safety Communications Officials. ARES is an affiliate of the American Radio Relay League (ARRL), the national organization of amateur radio operators who set aside the months of October and November of each year for the purpose of conducting Simulated Emergency Tests nationwide. RACES is a communications service designed to provide amateur radio communications to local or state civil preparedness agencies. It is important to note that RACES operation is authorized by emergency management officials only, and these operations are strictly limited to official civil preparedness events. The best way to learn about Amateur Radio is talking to hams face-to-face. To find out how to get started, and others to contact in our area, call or write: Ray Darling, K2DAR, EC Chenango Co., WNY, 695 Ives Settlement Rd., Bainbridge, NY 13733 or by phone at 895-6560 (evenings between 4 – 6 p.m.) or e-mail: [email protected]. 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For more information contact the plan. Limitations, copayments, and restrictions may apply. Benefits, formulary, pharmacy network, premium and/or copayments/coinsurance may change on January 1 of each year. 1You must continue to pay your Medicare Part B premium. 2Out-of-network services may require more out-of-pocket expense than in-network services. Benefit restrictions apply. 3These are 2013 amounts and may change for 2014. Fidelis Care is a health plan with a Medicare contract H3328_FC 13097 CMS Accepted 8 — Tri-Town News — Thursday, November 21, 2013 OBITUARIES Betty M. Blakeslee BRISBEN - Betty M. Blakeslee, 87, passed away on Monday, Nov. 18, 2013 at Chenango Memorial Nursing Home, Norwich. She was born in Coventry, daughter of the late Arthur and Della Blakeslee. She was also predeceased by a sister, Winnie Eaton. Betty is survived by daughter and son-in-law, Brenda and Douglas Kenyon; son and daughter-in-law, Kenneth and Beverly Blakeslee; three grandchildren, Brett and Reid Blakeslee and Shawna Kenyon; and nieces and nephews. Betty worked as an aide at Taylor Nursing Home in Greene and at Bida Home, Oxford. She enjoyed camping in her early years and picnics, garage and yard sales. A memorial service will be held 11 a.m., Friday, Nov. 22 at Root Funeral Home, 23 N. Chenango St., Greene. Friends of the family may call Friday from 10-11 a.m. at Root Funeral Home. Condolences may be sent to the family at rootfh.com. Betty Ann Tollefsen Day Betty Ann Tollefsen Day, 77, went to share eternity with her Savior on Oct. 30, 2013, surrounded by family and friends at her daughter’s home in Spring, Texas. She was born on July 15, 1936 in Jefferson, to Halvor and Marie Tollefsen, who predeceased her. Betty is survived by her husband, love, and best friend of 56 years, The Rev. William L. Day; their children and spouses and grandchildren, Mark Emerson Day (Deana), Christopher and Patrick, and Katherine Marie Day Turner (James), Jessica and James; as well as a number of nieces, nephews, and cousins both in the United States and Norway. Betty was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. Her parents emigrated from Norway to North Harpersfield, where Betty grew up. She graduated from Jefferson Central School and Oneonta State Teachers College. Betty taught elementary grades in North Syracuse, Unadilla and Malden, Mass. She retired early to raise her family, care for elderly parents, and support her husband’s ministry as an Episcopal parish priest. Her activities centered around her family and church. She was a founding member of the St. Therese d’Lisieux chapter of Daughters of the King at St. Matthew’s parish, Bellaire, Texas, where she also served as a trained pastoral counselor. She was later a member of the St. Veronica chapter at Christ Church in Gilbertsville. She was involved in Christian Education and Heart-to-Heart Bible Study in Norwich, as well as several Bible studies and fellowship groups. If someone came to the door with no place to stay, she took them in. If they needed food or clothing, she fed and clothed them. Betty never met a stranger, unselfishly showing forth God’s love to all His people. Betty was proud of her Norwegian heritage, and was a long-time member of The Sons of Norway, including being a founding member of the ”Ensom Stjerne” (Lone Star) chapter in Houston, Texas. Betty’s home going celebration was held Nov. 17, at St. Paul’s Church in Oxford, with The Rt. Rev. Daniel Herzog, Assistant Bishop of Albany, officiating. Interment followed the service at Riverside Cemetery in Oxford. In lieu of flowers, Betty has requested that donations be made to the American Cancer Society or Christ Church, PO Box 345, Gilbertsville, NY 13776. Karola Fouquet AFTON - Karola Fouquet, 71, of Afton, died Wednesday morning Nov. 13, 2013 at Valley View Nursing Home in Norwich. She was predeceased by her brothers and sisters. She is survived by several nieces and nephews, greatnieces and great-nephews. Funeral services were held at the Osterhoudt-Madden Funeral Home, 69-71 Maple St., Harpursville on Saturday, Nov. 16. Maryann Palmetier, Pastor of Hope Congregational Thank You From The Medlar Family Our family was overwhelmed and deeply grateful for all the wonderful and kind actions after the death of Steven Medlar. So many came together for us in our time of need, sharing wonderful stories, memories, sent cards & flowers, donations of food and more. Landers Funeral Home and Ed Gifford of the Evergreen Hill Cemetery did such a wonderful job helping us go through the difficult journey of saying our last good-byes. The staff with the ambulance squad and AO Fox Memorial Hospital were so attentive, caring and did an amazing job in keeping him comfortable in his last days. Rick, Robert and crew from Lifescapes Florist in Sidney handled the chaos of flowers for the service and deliveries so well. The arrangements were breathtaking and exactly what he would have enjoyed. They were also great to comfort and listened to us as friends as well. The Elks Lodge and staff were so welcoming to us in the celebration of life after the service and did such a wonderful job. To all the family, friends, coworkers & members of the community who shared memories, stories, sent cards & flowers, donations and more. . . we wish we could thank you all individually but there are just too many to list. We will never forget all the things you did and are still doing for us. We love you all and from the bottom of our hearts we say thank you. In memory of Steven T. Medlar — The Medlar Family Church, Afton officiated. Burial is in Perch Pond Cemetery. On-line condolences may be made at: www.omaddenfh. com. Thia Wade Hathaway Frederick A. Frewert MT. UPTON - Frederick A. Frewert, 97, of Mt. Upton, passed away peacefully Monday, Nov. 18, 2013 at the NYS Veterans Home in Oxford. He was born April 27, 1916, son of the late Gustav and Freda Dreek Frewert in Staten Island. Fred served his country honorably in the United States Army during WWII. He was employed as an engineer for E.C.D. of Bendix in Sidney when he retired and was a life member of the Odd Fellows. He is survived by his daughter, Linda Keach, New Berlin; sons, Frederick Frewert, Bainbridge, Roger Frewert, Guilford and Charles Frewert, Ogden, Utah; and several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and cousins. He was also predeceased by two brothers, William and Robert Frewert. A memorial service will be held Friday, Nov. 22 at 1 p.m. at C.H. Landers Funeral Chapel, 21 Main St., Sidney. Rev. Brandilynne Craver, Pastor of the United Methodist Church in Mt. Upton will officiate. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association www.heartorg.com. Condolences and memories may be shared online at www. landersfh.com. Arrangements by C.H. Landers Funeral Chapel, Sidney. Mary E. Fry ORANGE CTY, CALIF. Mary E. Fry, daughter of John and Elsa Thornton of Sidney, and widow of Warren T. Fry of Marion, passed away on Oct. 26, 2013 in Orange County, Calif. Mary graduated from Sidney High School and was a registered nurse at Park Avenue Hospital in Rochester and Newark Wayne Community Hospital in Newark. She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, John and Rosemary Fry, Canandaigua; her daughter, Susan Thomas, Calif.; and her grandson, Jim Thomas, Calif. Mary J. Harvey Lillian Gladys (Fisk) Gillingham ONEONTA – Lillian Gladys (Fisk) Gillingham, 79, formerly of Unadilla, died with her family at her bedside on Wednesday, Oct. 23, 2013. Lillian was born June 21, 1934 in Rogers Hollow. Lillian was married to Lynn Gillingham (former spouse) in Otego on May 3, 1953. Lillian loved first and foremost, her children, Vicki (Steve) Judd, Oneonta, Richard (Lori) Gillingham, Latham, Gordon (Sandra) Gillingham, Reva, Va., Danny Gillingham, Maryland and Connie (Joe) King, Albion. She loved playing her organ music, puzzles, books and last but not least, her beloved companion Babes (her cat). The values Lillian lived by and taught her family and friends were love, loyalty, honesty, forgiveness and faith. Her favorite quote was: “The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen nor even touched. They must be felt with the heart.” (Helen Keller). Lillian’s own quote: “Love those who add to your life, and love those who subtract from it. Each has taught you something, the former show you how to live, the latter how not to.” Lillian was predeceased by her brother, Gordon Fisk, Cromwell, Conn.; her father, Stanley; and mother, Lila (Herring) Hilsinger. A private family memorial has already taken place. Lillian’s body was donated to science. Burial in Rogers Hollow will be at a later date. (Our apologies to the family for the errors in the previous obituary) Bainbridge Memorial Works, Inc. — A family owned business since 1927 — Granite Monuments – Markers Cemetery Lettering & Cleaning Expert Guidance without Obligation BRAD AND JUDY VOLKERT 92 No. Main St., Bainbridge 967-3986 “Our Guarantee Lasts a Lifetime” Westcott Funeral Home is in full operation and has been since 1976. Under the management of JAMES C. MAGEE, we are here to serve you in your time of loss. 123 Main Street, Unadilla, NY 13849 607-369-4122 TRUMANSBURG - Mary J. Harvey of Trumansburg, passed away at Cayuga Ridge surrounded by family on Friday, Nov. 15, 2013 at the age of 68. Mary was born in Ithaca on July 4, 1945, a daughter to Howard and Elizabeth (Long) Jenner. Mary was a lifelong resident of Trumansburg attending T-Burg High, a member of the class of 1963, and held an active membership in Post 770 since 1969. She was the baker of many wedding, birthday and special occasion finely decorated cakes for many years. After graduating from TC3 she became an educator for the incarcerated program at BOCES. Mary could make and create just about anything, many of you probably have a quilt, embroidered object, or something she made. She was blessed with a very creative mind and giving heart. Not ready for retirement she continued her working days as a finisher and catalog model for Amy Brill Sweaters. Mary was “mom” to many; her home and kitchen table was always full of neighborhood kids, and continued to mentor us all through marriage and kids of our own. Grandma Mary always had apple pie, pepper jelly or chocolate chip cookies packed and ready to send home or off to college. Mary loved cruising, the casinos, visiting Arizona and her family and many friends both far and near. She fought a long and hard battle of brain cancer. We will miss her every day. Mary is survived by her husband, Terry Harvey, Trumansburg; three children, Dawn (Ed) Trapp, Phoenix, Ariz., Denise (Eric Kunze) Blass, Trumansburg and Scott Millspaugh, Phoenix, Ariz.; two step-children, Jace (Beckie) Harvey, Sidney Center and Lori (Doug) Smith, Gilbertsville; 11 grandchildren, Chad and Caleb Blass, Maranda, Brandon, and Matthew Millspaugh, Heather (Andrew) Leigland, Travis (Stacie Clark), Danika, Brock, and Cooper Harvey, and Paige Smith; great-grandchild, Devin Leigland; mother, Elizabeth Jenner, Trumansburg; siblings, Margaret LaForty and William Jenner; and several special nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her father; and sister-inlaw, Jane Jenner. The family will be present to receive family and friends from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 21at the Ness-Sibley Funeral Home, 23 South St., Trumansburg. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. on Friday, Nov. 22 at St. James Church in Trumansburg. Prayers of committal will immediately follow in St. James Cemetery with a celebratory reception to follow. The family asks those who wish to make a contribution in Mary’s memory to kindly consider Camp Civitan, 12634 N 42nd Street, Phoenix, AZ 85032. For additional information, please contact the Ness-Sibley Funeral Home at 1-888534-5446 or www.ness-sibley. com. OXFORD – Cynthia F. Wade Hathaway, 54, formerly of Oxford, passed away after a courageous battle with cancer on Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2013 at the Hospice of Wake County facility in Raleigh, N.C. Cindy was born on Jan. 4, 1959 in Sidney to Milton and Faye (Demeree) Wade. She is survived by her husband, William Hathaway; her sons, Kyle Milton Steele and Kory Mitchell Steele; her grandchildren, Kayleigh Elizabeth Steele and Kaeden William Steele; her mother, Faye M. Wade and John H. Roberts; her brothers and families, James Milton and Alesia Wade, and his children, Katherine Wade and Tony DeForest, and their children, Cloie and Kiera; Gary Allen and Jayne Wade and his children, Jena and John Dockray and their children, Temprance and Trenton; and Patrick Milton and Kaydee Lynne Wade; her sister and families, Patti Jo and James Bartlett and their children, Jamie Lynn and David Reid and baby Reid on the way, Ashley Faye Bartlett and Karen Elizabeth Bartlett; as well as several niece, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins. Cindy graduated from Oxford Academy and Central Schools, and went on to earn an Associates Degree as a paralegal assistant from Corning Community College in 1980, and a Bachelors Segree in accounting from Elmira College in 1986. She worked as an accountant for many years before finding her true passion in quilting. She was a member of the American Quilters’ Society and enjoyed entering her quilts in various competitions. Cindy loved sharing her special talent with others; having earned recognition as a National Quilting Instructor. She enjoyed teaching both beginning and advanced quilting classes. Her patience and upbeat personality were perfect for the job. Cindy was the most fun-loving person you could ever meet. She had a way of putting a smile on your face even when you thought you were having a bad day. Her final weeks consisted of spending precious time with family, and fulfilling a life-dream of going to Hawaii. It was on this final trip that she told her family that she insisted on a celebration of her life when the time came. Therefore, per Cindy’s request, everyone is to wear their best Hawaiian outfit at her memorial service. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Wake County, 250 Hospice Circle Raleigh, NC 27607, Cancer Research - specifically Sarcoma Cancer; Brisben Fire Department, or any charity that reaches out to help others. A memorial service was held Nov. 16, at the Behe Funeral Home Inc., Oxford, with Rich Howard officiating. Memories and condolences may be shared by visiting www.behefuneralhome.com. Victor Kniskern HARPURSVILLE - Victor Kniskern, 82, of Harpursville, formerly of Windsor, went to be with his Lord on Nov. 1, 2013. He was predeceased by his loving wife, A. Jeanette (Ford) Kniskern; his father, Reed Kniskern; and mother, Edna (Loveland) Kniskern; his brothers, Francis Kniskern and Reed Kniskern; and his sisters, Lorrida (Kniskern) Gilbert, and Nancy (Kniskern) (Obituaries Continued on Page 9) Tri-Town News — Thursday, November 21, 2013— 9 OBITUARIES (Continued from Page 8) Bunker. He is survived by his son, Reed Kniskern, Binghamton; and his twin daughters, Karen (Kniskern) Lockwood and his son-in-law Edwin Lockwood, Harpursville and Kim (Kniskern) Ricci, Daytona, Fla. He is also survived by his beautiful grandchildren, Matthew Kniskern (Keri), Erin (Lockwood) Phillips (Jim), Jordan Lockwood (Jessica), Cody Kniskern and Lucas Kniskern; and his beautiful great-grandchildren, Zacharee Lockwood, Savannah Phillips and Matthew Zimmerman. Victor graduated from Windsor High School, and then joined the United States Army where he served during the Korean War. He was honorably discharged and was honored with the Purple Heart. He then returned and worked for the Village of Windsor as supervisor of public works and retired after his 30 years with them. A graveside service will be held Saturday, Nov. 23 at 11:45 a.m. in Knox Cemetery. Arrangements are by Aegis Cremation & Funeral Services, Binghamton. Lester Richard “Dick” Skellett PORT CRANE - Lester Richard “Dick” Skellett, 88, of Port Crane, died Thursday morning, Nov. 14, 2013 at Susquehanna Nursing Home. He was predeceased by his wife, June Skellett; brother, Douglas Skellett; and grandson, Brandon. He is survived by his daughter and son-in-law, Bonnie and Wayne Livingston, Sanitaria Springs; son, Charles E. Skellett, Harpursville; three grandchildren, Gina, Brent and Luke; six great-grandchildren, Hillary, Shelby, Matthew, Caleb, George and Henry; one great-great-grandchild, Lena Joy Lindow; a sister, Audrey Livermore, Harpursville; two brothers and sisters-in-law, Kenneth and Wanda Skellett and Garold and Jan Skellett, both of Harpursville; a sisterin-law, Mae Skellett, Ohio; and also several nieces and nephews. He was a member of N. Fenton United Methodist Church, a retired 30-year employee of I.B.M. Corp., charter member of the Sanitaria Springs Fire Co., former commissioner of the Colesville Fire District and a Navy Veteran of WW II. Graveside services will be held at New Ohio Cemetery, Tunnel on Sunday, Nov. 24 at 2 p.m. Rev. Cindy Wenzinger, Pastor will officiate. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Lourdes Hospice, 4102 Old Vestal Rd., Vestal, NY 13850. Arrangements by the Osterhoudt-Madden Funeral Home, 69-71 Maple St., Harpursville. On-line condolences may be made at www.omaddenfh. com. Robert F. Smith ROME - Robert F. Smith, 89, of Rome, and formerly of Newcomb, died Tuesday, Oct. 29, 2013 with his family by his side. He was born March 6, 1924 the son of Fayette and Sarah Forrest Smith. After attending high school in Bainbridge, Bob graduated from Syracuse University with a Master’s Degree in education. He was a pilot during WWII in the Army Air Corp. On May 4, 1946 he married Eleanor Zitka in South Hadley Falls, Mass. She died Oct. 31, 2011. Bob was a science teacher and coach at Madison Central School and then principal of DeRuyter Central School. He was auperintendent for Newcomb Central School from 1964 until his retirement in 1979. He was a member of the Newcomb Lions Club and held many offices, Newcomb Town Xouncilman, volunteer driver for Newcomb senior citizens and ambulance, former executive secretary of Section 7-NY State Public High School Athletic Association, member of the VFW, American Legion, and a lifetime member of the NRA. Bob enjoyed hunting and fishing and was a dedicated SU fan. He is survived by a son and daughter in-law, Russell and Patricia Smith, Cobleskill,; two daughters and sons-inlaw, Donna and Wayne Mierke, West Monroe and Debra and David Hyatt, Rome; four grandchildren, Gabriel Smith and his wife, Alicia, Bloomfield, Conn., Susan Martino and her husband, Mark, West Monroe, Tara Hyatt and Andrew Hyatt, Rome; a greatgrandson, Samuel Martino; a brother, Kenneth Smith and his wife, Nanette, Martinsville, Va.; and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by four brothers, Harold, Edson, Claude and Fayette, Jr. A memorial service was held Nov. 9 at Newcomb United Methodist Church. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice and Palliative Care, Inc., 4277 Middle Settlement Rd., New Hartford, NY 13413 or a charity of one’s choice. Denise C. VanLoan SIDNEY CENTER - Denise C. VanLoan, 64, passed away Sunday, Nov. 10, 2013, surrounded by her family and friends at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester after a courageous battle against cancer. She was born July 25, 1949 to the late John and Jean (Swierczek) Tierney in Manhattan. Denise married the love of her life Ronald VanLoan on Sept. 23, 1967 in the Baptist Church in Hancock. Denise worked many jobs, but her gift was taking care of others. To her, family was most important, and she had an open door to anyone in need. Many of her family and friends benefitted from her generosity and compassion, which will never be forgotten. She loved to travel and had passion for life. She is survived by her devoted husband, Ronald VanLoan, Sidney Center; daughter and son-in-law, Donna and Lyle Daniels, Bainbridge; daughter and son-in-law, Lori and Jaime Cole, Sidney; son, Tim VanLoan, Sidney Center; grandchildren, Derrick and Justin Daniels, Bainbridge and Ryan and Cassandra Cole, Sidney; a sister and brotherin-law, Carol and Robert Baumann, Unadilla; three brothers, Robert Tierney, Binghamton, Larry Tierney, Sidney Center and John Tierney, Sarasota, Fla.; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held Nov. 18 with Rev. Adam Sellen and Rev. Kelvin McKnight co-officiating at C.H. Landers Funeral Chapel, 21 Main St., Sidney. Burial followed in Prospect Hill Cemetery, Sidney. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Thomas Golisano Hope Lodge, 1120 Goodman St., South Rochester; the Cholangiocarcinoma Foundation; or the American Cancer Society to benefit Liver and Gallbladder Cancer research. Condolences and memories may be shared online at www. landersfh.com. Arrangements are under the direction of C.H. Landers Funeral Chapel, Sidney. Phyllis H. Zieno NORWICH - Phyllis H. Zieno, 85, of Norwich, passed away peacefully on Friday, Nov. 15, 2013 at the Norwich Rehabilitation and Nursing Center. Born in Afton on Dec. 5, 1927, Phyllis was the daughter of Frederick and Adeline (Walker) Holdrege. She graduated from Afton High School then worked for the Norwich Knitting Mill. Phyllis later worked at GLA, and prior to her retirement in 1990, worked for NBT Bank for 25 years. Phyllis was a very active member of St. Bartholomew’s Church, and was a member of the Ave Maria Guild, the Lioness Club and the Ladies of Charity. Phyllis was extremely fond of her grandchildren. She very much enjoyed her daily walks, and took pleasure sitting on the swing in her backyard and at her daughter’s cottage. On Sep. 1, 1952, in St. Bartholomew’s Church, Phyllis married George Zieno, who predeceased her on Jan. 2, 2012. Phyllis is survived by her son, John and his wife, Pamela, Norwich; and her daughter, Debbie Fratini and her husband, Michael, Norwich. Also surviving are her grandchildren, Taylor, Rachel, Daniel and Adriana; brother, Russell (Georgia) Holdrege, Bainbridge; sister-in-law, Edna Holdrege, Deposit; and many nieces and nephews. In addition to her husband, Phyllis was predeceased by her brother, Frederick Holdrege; sister, Juanita Nielsen; and niece, Vickie Nielsen. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place at 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, Nov. 20 at St. Bartholomew’s Church, Norwich. Burial will follow at St. Paul’s Cemetery. Contributions in memory of Phyllis may be made to St. Bartholomew’s Church, 73 E. Main St., Norwich, NY 13815; the American Cancer Society, 5 Oak St., Sidney, NY 13838; or Chenango County Hospice, 21 Hayes St., Norwich, NY. To leave a message of condolence for the family, please visit the funeral home website at: www.wilsonfh.com. Jim Fisher, Niles Wilcox and Stewart Wilcox MASONVILLE - Please join us for a memorial service for Niles Wilcox, Stewart Wilcox, and Jim Fisher, at the Masonville Federated Church on Dec. 1 at 1 p.m. Reception to follow at the church. ACCO Brands Sidney Facility Honors Veterans in November SIDNEY - The ACCO products in partnership with Brands Sidney facility hon- the Wounded Warrior Projored its 53 military veterans ect® (WWP). WWP is a nonthis month. Activities include profit organization whose misa barbecue chicken lunch and sion is to honor and empower a special gift for the employee Wounded Warriors. Its vision veterans at the site; a special is to foster the most successinternal multi-media presenta- ful, well-adjusted generation tion highlighting these veter- of wounded service members in our naans; a large banner tion’s hisat the site, featurPartners With with ing information and Wounded Warriors tory its 19 prophotos about employee veterans, as On Line of Products grams and services. well as photos of “The adfamily members of employees who are veterans dition of the WWP products to or serving now in a branch of our manufacturing efforts is a the military; and fundraisers at win for our employees and our the site to benefit the Wounded customers,” said Jeff AlmaWarrior Project®, such as a sian, Sidney General Manager. 50/50 raffle, buckets for col- “Adding these products to the lecting change and barbecue list of items made here ensures that our facility is maximizing chicken sales. In addition to the activities the manufacturing assets we to honor employee veterans, have. In addition, customers the ACCO Brands Sidney site can feel good that part of the is now manufacturing a line of price they pay goes to such a worthy cause.” WWP receives a portion of the proceeds generated by the Grants Available new AT-A-GLANCE WWP For Local Teachers items through the end of 2014. The product line, which is NORWICH - The Chenango manufactured in Sidney, inArts Council is pleased to an- cludes planners, all calendars, nounce continued funding for desk pads and appointment the Grants For Teachers Pro- books featuring snapshots and gram. The primary purpose stories of Wounded Warriors of the Grants for Teachers and their families. A minimum Program is to provide funding of $125,000 has been pledged directly to classroom teachers by ACCO Brands and AT-Aresponsible for achieving New York State Education Department Learning Standards for the Arts or Learning Standards for English Language Arts. To the extent possible, this program will provide grants that directly meet the needs of teachers with a minimum of “red tape” and a maximum of flexibility. As a result, the types of projects eligible for funding are limited only to the imagination, invention and creativity of the applicant. Grant requests may not exceed $500. All teachers currently employed by a school district in Chenango County, or working in a public or private school in Chenango County, grades Pre-K-12, are eligible to apply. The deadline is Nov. 21 for opportunities through June 27, 2014. For more information or for assistance with this grant opportunity, please call the Arts Council at 336-2787/ARTS, or visit www.chenangoarts.org. GLANCE, with the total donation expected to exceed that amount. “We are very proud of our support of the Wounded Warrior Project and our own employee veterans,” said Thomas W. Tedford, vice president and president, U.S. Office and Consumer Products, ACCO Brands. “By making these WWP products available, we are confident that we can help the organization fulfill its mission of honoring and empowering Wounded Warriors.” About Wounded Warrior Project® Wounded Warrior Project is recognizing its ten-year anniversary, reflecting on a decade of service and reaffirming its commitment to serving Wounded Warriors for their lifetime. The mission of Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) is to honor and empower Wounded Warriors. WWP’s purpose is to raise awareness and to enlist the public’s aid for the needs of injured service members, to help injured servicemen and women aid and assist each other, and to provide unique, direct programs and services to meet their needs. WWP is a national, nonpartisan organization headquartered in Jacksonville, Fla. To get involved and learn more, visit woundedwarriorproject.org. Digital Mammography Subscriptions make great gifts! 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To have your ad placed in this section call Anna at 561-3526 Sidney Elementary Students Earn Recognition for Good Character SIDNEY - Every month Sidney Elementary School takes time out of our busy day to recognize students and classes that constantly show good character. At Sid- ney Elementary we focus on the positive character traits of Respect, Responsibility, Trustworthiness, Fairness and Caring. Students have many opportunities to show and em- brace these character traits and many students do. Lunchtime Superstars are students with outstanding behavior and good manners in the cafeteria during their lunch time. They are awarded a free trip to the ice cream sundae bar. Lunchtime Superstars for the month of October are: Aubrey Anzalone, Natalia Cummings, Jona Riker, Tristin Schusteritsch, Nathan Artis, Zane Bowers, Quinn Gronwall, Emily Russo, Abigail Spindler, Bryce Gopel, Kamryn Hromada, Jessica Dayton, Kordell Bennett, Sam Bagley, Lyndon Lane, Kyra Moorhead, Elliana Rodriguez, Wesley Alger, Shawn Bennet, Kathryn Compton, Emma Simmons, Olivia DeMott, Parker Hinkley, Jonathan McNamara, Katie Vaughan, Abby Barnes, Noah Artis, Sydney Clupper and Hannah Gray. Stars of the Month are selected based on outstanding academic achievement or improvement and for displaying the five character pillars: Responsibility, Respect, Trust- worthiness, Fairness and Caring. Students receive a pencil and certificate. Stars of the Month for October are: Levi Wetmore, Jesse Newell, Trey Champlin, Emily Hardy, Alexander Vinal, Sara Ladd, Avery Backus, Cooper Harvey, Emily Russo, Travis Weeden, Isabella West, Emily Morris, Camille Bagley, Connor van der Sommen, Wilson Simmons, Bruce Mistler, Carson Strauss, Quinn Gronwall, Makayla Bales, Camron Stimpson, Chelsea Jerman, Brandon Miller, Dominik Karwowski, Rachel Wahlberg, Ayden Orezzoli, Makayla Ruiz, Ben Miller, Alana Brownsell, Natalia Gower, Amber Reilly, Trevor Harrington, Asma Butt, Travis Lester, Lillian MacRabie, Sabrina Howland, Kevin Bockus, Hunter Langstaff, Marannda Barnes, Faith Wheeler, Bailey Gifford, Katelyn Stosko, Brian Wells, Brenda Lane, Carter DuMond, Sarah Bessett, and Cierra Green. Outstanding Bus Riders of the Month are students who are recognized for displaying good character while riding the bus, following the rules, and listening to adults. Bus Riders are chosen by the drivers and receive a certificate for their outstanding behavior. Outstanding Bus Riders for October are: Shawn Bennett, Hannah Blackman, Jackson Crandall, Makenzie Dutton, Olivia Figary, Izaiah Granan and Kaylie Herbert. For our Good Character Makes “Cents” project, when students demonstrate positive behaviors teachers give them a penny to put into their classroom jar. When a class reaches 100 pennies they are recognized over the announcements and given a certificate. The following classes were recognized for earning 100 pennies: Mrs. Graham’s class, Mrs. Lyon’s class, Ms. Waldron’s class, Ms. Cooper’s class and Mrs. Ahlqvist’s class. This month Mrs. Langstaff’s class earned 200 pennies. Way to go! We also had one student who earned pennies at home. Amber Reilly worked hard at home to earn 600 pennies. Thank you for your hard work and good character Amber. This year, all pennies that are earned will be donated to the Sidney Area Food Bank. So far, we have earned 2,500 pennies. We hope to raise and donate $125 by the end of the school year. Sat., Nov. 23 • 10-5 p.m. Art, Antiques & Newer Items Avenue Antique Gallery 114 Washington Ave. Endicott, NY 13760 (607) 834-7010 The Joys of the Season Warm fuzzy paws, happy waggling tails and cold wet kisses... these are a few of our favorite things at this wondrous time of year. And to make your “howl”idays magnificently magical, we’ve stuffed our new shoppe with gifts galore “paw”fect for making this season the bestest ever!! Howliday Open House, November 23 & 24 172 Main St., Unadilla 369-4455 Reg. Hrs.: Wed.-Sat. 11-6; Sun. 12-4 We’ll help you wrap up your Howlidays Houndstooth Style!!! Shirley Merrill Animal Communicator Sandy Kemp Canine Massage Therapist Dr. Kelly Canine Accupuncturist/Chiropractor!! $3.00 Off Your Pawchases over $25.00 Offer expires: 12/24/13 87 Main Street, Sidney • 607-563-BARK (2275) Treats and Treasures for Dogs and Cats and the People Who Share Their Lives 87 Main Street, Sidney – 607-563-BARK (2275) www.facebook.com/houndstoothbakery Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 10 am - 6 pm; Saturday 10 am - 4:00 pm AND Sunday 10 am - 3 pm; Closed on Mondays and Tuesdays (for now!) for Napping! PAULA BANKS (l) accepts the Insurance Person of Distinction Award from Syracuse I Day Committee Chair Mary Kathryn Cullen. Bainbridge Native Receives Insurance Award SYRACUSE — Bainbridge native Paula Banks, director of business development for Hartford Steam Boiler in Syracuse, was honored recently by the Central New York insurance community as the 2013 Insurance Person of Distinction. She received the award during the 53rd annual Syracuse Insurance Day Conference on Oct. 22 at the OnCenter Convention Center in Syracuse. The Syracuse “I” Day Committee presented the award in recognition of her contributions to the insurance profession and to the Central New York community. A veteran of 42 years in the insurance industry, Banks has held several positions in underwriting, claims, management and marketing. Dedicated to educating herself and others, she has earned the Insurance Institutes of America (now known as The Institutes) Certificate in General Insurance, and the Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU), Certified Insurance Counselor (CIC), and Associate in Management (AIM) designations. She is approved to teach insurance continuing education courses in nine states. A native of Bainbridge and a graduate of the State University of New York at Potsdam, she resides in Syracuse. Civil Service Exam Scheduled GRAND RE-OPENING CELEBRATION! Saturday, November 23 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. NOW AT 172 MAIN ST., UNADILLA — Expanded Inventory — Featuring jewelry, soaps, lotions, primitive decorating ideas. Also wooden toy line, award winning photography, fiberworks and much more. — Refreshments — Register for Door Prize DELHI - Delaware Co. is offering a Civil Service exam for assistant civil engineer for the Delaware Co. Dept. of Public Works. The last filing date is Dec. 13. For more information, call the Delaware Co. Personnel office at 746-2318. You can always tell a real friend: When you’ve made a fool of yourself, he doesn’t feel you’ve done a permanent job. — Laurence J. Peter Tri-Town News — Thursday, November 21, 2013— 11 Singer, Comedienne Sheila Geer to Perform in Jericho Arts Free Family Christmas Show NEW ADDITION for Snips & Snails Children’s Store in Bainbridge is shown here. Owner Lori McGraw opened her shop two years ago in September. The addition is 1,500 sq. ft., two stories. Business has grown and with the expansion will be including new items and some rental space. Watch for her opening coming soon, which will include a rear entrance as well as her present N. Main St. entrance. (TTN Photo by Anna Ritchey) GOHS Holiday Antique Show Appraisal Clinic Is Nov. 23 ONEONTA - The Greater Oneonta Historical Society (GOHS) will hold its annual Holiday Antique Show and Appraisal Clinic at the Holiday Inn, 5206 State Highway 23, Oneonta, on Saturday Nov. 23. The show will be open from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Dealers will offer a variety of antiques and almost-antiques: furniture, glass, pottery, textiles, tools, jewelry, ephemera, and much more. GOHS will offer holiday and other items from the History Center shop. The Appraisal Clinic will take place between 1 and 3:30 p.m. Old items will be appraised by local experts for a charge per item. Antique Show committee chair Jane Bachman suggests, “Bring your friends and neighbors. It will be a great opportunity to shop for the holidays!” Dollar off coupons for the entrance admission can be downloaded Bow Making Workshop Is Dec. 5 at Library SIDNEY - A unique workshop by Pat Cristelli of Sidney Flowers and Gifts will be presented at the Sidney Memorial Public Library at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 5. You will learn to craft bows of different sizes and types: some small and some large, some with wired ribbon and some without, some more difficult (florist bows) and some simple. Pat will teach the techniques you need for creating your own bows to enhance your gifts or use for any kind of decorating. The materials fee for this class is $10 and you will take home 10 bows of many varieties. Just in time for holiday giving, you won’t want to miss this outstanding workshop. Register in person at the library, by phone at 563-1200, or online from the sidneylibrary.org website. from www.OneontaHistory.org and are also available at area antique shops, at the History Center, and in local publications in the week preceding the sale. The History Center at 183 Main Street will be open the same day from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information, contact 432-0960 or [email protected]. BAINBRIDGE - Singer, actress and comedienne Sheila Geer goes holiday on Sunday, Dec. 1 when the Jericho Arts Council welcomes her to the Town Hall Theatre for an admission free family Christmas show. The program will include Sheila’s song styling and choreography to favorite Disney and Broadway tunes, as well as a holiday sing-along accompanied by Sheila on acoustic guitar. Author, composer and actress in the musical The Lady in the Jukebox, which she directed and produced in New York City as well as for the Chenango County Council of the Arts in Norwich, Sheila recently won the top vocalist category in the 2013 World Wide Star Search in LA. She has studied acting and performance with Beau Decker and Judi Jourdan in NYC as well as Claude File at SUCO. Her dance training was with Bess Koval at SUNY Cortland and she finished fifth overall while competing collegiately in England. Sheila studied voice with Kathi Belucci of Binghamton and will tell you that music is Open Wed.- Sat. 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Bring your family and come out to the Town Hall Theatre on Sunday, Dec. 1 at 2 p.m. for this special holiday treat. The Jericho Arts Council contributes to your holiday cheer with free admission for all, but you may want to be prepared for some shopping at the annual holiday craft show in the Town Hall Theatre Gallery. St. Agnes & St. John’s Ladies of Mary Sat., Nov. 23 8:30 a.m.1 p.m. at St. Agnes Church Hall, Afton (Located directly across from the Fire Station, Please enter through the door in the back of the church) Raffle: 1st prize - $200; 2nd prize - $100; 3rd prize - $75; 4th prize - Handmade Afghan by Johanna Crafts: Beautiful Handmade Knitted, Quilted And Crocheted One Of A Kind Items Baked Goods: Just in time for your Thanksgiving feast (or for dessert any time) White Elephant Sale: Variety and Extremely Low Prices! Exciting Door Prizes: Gift Certificates Donated By Local Businesses Save time, save money & find that special something you are looking for while enjoying a Saturday morning cup of coffee with your friends & neighbors! FRI., NOV. 22 - 10 TO 5 SAT., NOV. 23 - 10 TO 2 ANTIQUES & CURIOSITIES HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE Fri. & Sat., Nov. 22 & 23 GREAT GIFTS FOR THE HOLIDAYS & ANY OCCASION Antiques, Furniture, Decor, Candles, Soaps, Lotions & Sprays, Spice Blends, Vintage Clothing And Linens, And Much More! Homemade Quilt Raffle! Club Theater, NYC. Her recordings include “Ready to Love Again,” “The Lady in the Jukebox” and “You’re the One I See.” She has a Bachelors degree as well as a Masters in education but confesses, “No matter what project I’m working on, I consider myself first and foremost a performer. I love to entertain.” at the Truman House, 25 N. Main St. Bainbridge 967-4690 INC. Register to Win A Gift Certificate her passion. “The most fun for me is getting lost in the role,” says Sheila whose first appearance at the Town Hall Theatre was making impossible things happen as the fairy godmother in the musical Cinderella. Other roles have included Annie Oakley in Annie Get Your Gun, Bunny Byron in Babes In Arms, Maggie Jones in 42nd Street, Nellie Forbush in South Pacific, Vera Charles in Auntie Mame, Patricia Fodor in Crazy For You and Crissy Jo Jenkins in Phantom of the Country Opera. Geer is producer, choreographer and song stylist for Next, Cabaret Night, Great Songs from the Movies, Now That’s Broadway, Musical Revue, Disney Spectacular, Country Legends Cabaret, A Night of Frank Sinatra, 50s and 60s Rock and Roll Party and An Evening of Karen Carpenter. For 12 consecutive years, Channel 23-TV ran the onehour show, “Sheila Geer Live.” Sheila has also done vocal and guitar performances at Club Ibis, Off Broadway, NYC and at the Producer’s Open House Fri., Nov. 22 Noon -5 Sat. & Sun., Nov. 23 & 24 9-5 GIFT SHOP Our shop is filled with decorations and gifts for the home for both Christmas and Thanksgiving. Locally Made – MAPLE PRODUCTS, PICKLES, JELLIES, CANDY & ASSORTED HOMEMADE BAKED GOODS Through Dec. 24: Mon.-Fri. Noon-5; Sat. 9-5 1249 Cty. Rt. 39, Bainbridge, NY • 967-7303 Stop in and browse around... We’re bursting with our usual primitives and country wares... for everyday & the holidays! Made in the USA: •Santas •Snowmen •Linens •Candles •Boyd & Gund Plush •Willow Tree Angels •Furniture •Colonial Tinware •Lighted Primitive Trees •Keepers of the Light Primitive Jar Candles •McCall Candles & Diffusers •Colonial Primitive Lighting •Battery Operated Timer Candles •Country Home Creations Dip Mixes •A Primitive Place Magazine •Caromal Colours® Artisans Paints •Legacy Greeting Cards & Calendars •Gift Certificates New... Flags, Florals, Garden Items, Jewelry, Purses & Scarves, Treenware & Pottery First 25 People Get A Free Gift! DOOR PRIZES! Wreaths, Swags, Florals. A Full Service Florist. 12 — Tri-Town News — Thursday, November 21, 2013 DICTIONARIES WERE PRESENTED to Unatego School District third graders by Anna and Norman Ritchey, representing the Butternut Valley Grange. The 63 third graders, along with their teachers, will use their new dictionaries for resource work in the classroom. The dictionaries were presented at a program held Oct. 30 at the Unadilla Elementary School. This is a community service project carried out by Butternut Valley Grange. Above is Mrs. Wagner’s Third Grade class. MRS. ANDERSON’S THIRD GRADE CLASS Kool Kidz 4-H Club Makes Apple Cider With Pedal Power GILBERTSVILLE - The Gilbertsville Kool Kidz 4-H Club had their October meeting and one of the activities was making apple cider with a pedal powered apple grinder. A club member’s father, Norm Farwell, built the cider press. The press was powered by bicycle pedals with a chain connected to the grinder. The members took turns pedaling and grinding, finding out it was a good workout for leg muscles. The pulp was transferred to a screw press, MRS. ROWE’S THIRD GRADE CLASS Suzi’s Bake Shop & Café Jericho Arts Council Presents The Town Hall Opry EVERY MONDAY & THURSDAY Beartracks SERVING DINNER 4 TO 7 PM NOV. 21 - Turkey Dinner w/All The Fixings, Macaroni & Cheese or Grilled Chicken Salad NOV. 25 - Chicken & Biscuits Or Pork Roast CLOSED THANKSGIVING DAY Closing Early on Fri., Nov. 29 EAT IN OR T AKE OUT 563-9050 Open Daily at 6 a.m. • 3 Main St., Sidney (Corner of Main & Bridge, by the light) also operated by youth power. Working in pairs, they pushed the press screw around and around until the cider was squeezed out. The club tasted the cider declared that it tasted good. Also at the meeting the members choose and made plans for their upcoming woodworking projects. The club is planning a trip to Quality Hardwoods and Twin Valley for a tour of the mill and to purchase supplies for their projects. The Gilbertsville Kool Kidz’s leaders are Kathy Schmidt and Laura Palada and its members are Hannah Bonczkowski, Anika Christensen, Maya Farwell, Fiona and Olivia Held, Etain LaLonde, Ben and Michael O’Connor, Elaina Palada, Kelsey Ross and Ivy Stensland. Saturday, Nov. 23 at 8 pm Admission $12.00 Adults • $10.00 Seniors & Students $25.00 Family • $60 Opry Passes for the year Refreshments IN THE GALLERY - HOLIDAY CRAFT SHOW The Town Hall Theatre Main St., Bainbridge THURSDAY, NOV. 28 11 a.m. 6 p.m. CHEF CARVED SPECIALTIES: Roast Turkey, Leg of Lamb, Roast Pork, Baked Ham, Roast Top Round of Beef, PLUS: Baked Haddock Almondine, Baked Manicotti, Asst. Fresh Rolls & Bread,Creamed Onions, Butternut Squash, Glazed Carrots, Green Bean Almondine, Herb Stuffing, Candied Sweet Potatoes, Mashed Potatoes, Baked Potatoes, Wild Rice Pilaf, Cranberry Sauce And Iced Shrimp, AND OUR FAMOUS SWEET TABLE: Cakes, Pies, Pastries, Chocolate Mousse, Rice Pudding, Homemade Cookies And Much More All You Can Eat our regular Adults $29.95 • Kids 5-12 $14.95 Sorry, menu is not Seniors 65+ $24.95 available on Under 5 & over 100 are our guests! Thanksgiving Day www.jerichoarts.com Brunch with Santa at The Silo Restaurant Santa will be at the Silo on Sundays, Dec. 1 & Dec. 15 from 11-1 Bring a canned or dry good donation to benefit the Oxford Food Pantry and have a free photo taken with Santa! Brunch $17.95 • Kids 5-12 $10.95 Seniors 65+ $15.95 Under 5 are Free! Located at the SIDNEY GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB Still Open! WEST MAIN STREET, SIDNEY BREAKFAST & LUNCH EVERY DAY DINNERS WED., THURS., FRI. Thanksgiving Dinner Buffet Thursday, Nov. 28 serving 11:30 am to 3 pm The Silo Restaurant CALL FOR RESERVATIONS 607-656-4377 OPEN TUES.-SUN. 10 mi. W. of Bainbridge, 6 mi. E. of Greene just off Rt. 206 & 41 in Coventry OPERATING THE PRESS are Ivy Stensland and Etain LaLonde as Kool Kidz 4-H members and parents encourage team members RESERVATIONS 607-656-4377 OPEN TUES.-SUN. • 10 mi. W. of Bainbridge, 6 mi. E. of Greene just off Rt. 206 & 41 in Coventry Roast Turkey, Ham, Seafood Alfredo,green bean casserole, dressing, mashed potatoes, candied sweet potatoes, butternut squash, corn, cranberry sauce, PLEASE gravy, bread, rolls, full salad bar MAKE inc. broccoli salad, coleslaw, RESERVATIONS pasta salad, dessert table inc. cheesecake assorted pies, cream puffs, cakes and fresh fruit $ 17.95 5638381 Tri-Town News — Thursday, November 21, 2013— 13 CITIZENS OF THE MONTH were front row, Chloee Huffman, ZetaBea Bushaw, Ella Whitacre; back row, Elizabeth Quackenbush, Zachary Gardepe and Joshua Carter. SAFE BUS RIDERS of the month were Zachery Swislosky and Angelia Mueller. BUS OF THE MONTH for October was Mrs. Lanner’s bus, bus#4. Afton Elementary Students Earn Recognition AFTON - The following students were recipients of the Citizen of the Month Award: First grade, Chloee Huffman; Second grade, ZetaBea Bushaw; Third grade, Ella Whitacre; Fourth grade, Elizabeth Quackenbush; Fifth grade, Joshua Carter; and Sixth grade, Zachary Gardepe. Bus of the Month: Mrs. Lanner’s bus (bus #4) Bus Riders of the Month: Angelina Mueller and Zachery Swislosky The following students were recognized for having excellent bus behavior: Logan All, Daniel Janus, George Palmetier, Brittney Barber, Aryanna Keitel, MacKenzie Payne, Mason Barker, Sarah Kulina, Joseph Sabator, Zachary Bullis, Emily Lamoree, Makenna Schultz, Anna Cable, Emma Rose Lamoree, Taylor Schultz, Alexander Crissell, Jesse Lockwood, Ethan Sherman, Alexandria Crissell, Angelina Mueller, Johnathan Smith, Morgan Crosby, Jordan Nichols, Zachery Swislosky, Seth Foster, Lucas Nichols, Ethan VanZandt, Kayleigh Gonzalez, Brody Oleksak, Jannelle Volk, Julian Hosier, Rafferty Is moving to a new location! LAST DAY AT MAIN STREET LOCATION IS SAT., NOVEMBER 23 RE-OPENING FIRST WEEK IN DECEMBER. New Location Corner of Union & Steiner Rd., Sidney Featuring Headliner WHO HAS APPEARED ON THE LETTERMAN SHOW! SAT., NOV. 23 SHOW STARTS AT 9 PM AT RIGHT: 18 YES! LEADERS FROM AFTON HIGH SCHOOL attended a special training aimed at building the skills they’ll need to talk to elementary students about the dangers of drugs and alcohol later in the school year. ADVANCE TICKETS $12.50 DAY OF SHOW $15 Afton Yes! LEADers Complete Training to Help Elementary School Children Make Safe Choices propriate entertainment. Afton’s YES! LEADers are also committed to helping their community. Each year, in addition to visiting classrooms, they participate in a received the Golden Trash Can Award for having the cleanest classroom: Mr. Ludwig’s second grade class ADULT COMEDY NIGHT ABOVE: AFTON YES! LEADERS Brianne Stevens, Shain McGovern and Payton Cutting work together on the Egg and Chopsticks activity, an activity designed to foster teamwork and problem solving development during their YES! Launch training. AFTON - Eighteen students from Afton High School completed their training to become YES! LEADers. YES! LEADers are middle and high school students who teach elementary school students about skills they need to resist drugs and alcohol, the importance of positive self-esteem in making safe choices and effectively handling peer pressure. The YES! Launch training program teaches YES! LEADers how to be role models for younger students through different team activities and educational sessions. Trained YES! LEADers are substancefree role models for younger students, who use their leadership skills to develop resistance skills in elementary school children through interactive activities and age ap- Oleksak, Hailee Walrod, Nathan Houle, Jenna Palmatier, Ryan Wright, Logan Ives and Emily Palmetier. The following classroom variety of outreach activities that help younger students. YES! Safe Choices for Kids, a partnership between Senator Libous and Lourdes Hospital, is now in its 25th year. For more information about YES! LEADS, please visit www.YesSafeChoices.org. DINNER BUFFET IS AVAILABLE STARTING AT 6:30 UNTIL 9 P.M. FOR AN ADDITIONAL $16.95 PER PERSON Includes Salad Bar And DessertTable CALL 607-656-4377 FOR RESERVATIONS Thank You from Trackside Dining Our Gift to you in appreciation for everyone’s support: FREE Thanksgiving Dinner Thursday, Nov. 28 Serving 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. MUST CALL FOR RESERVATIONS 563-3737 TRACKSIDE DINING “HOME OF FRESH PEOPLE AND FRIENDLY FOOD” 88 Main St., Sidney • 563-3737 Open 7 Days a Week 5 a.m. to 8 p.m. Remember We Deliver with a $10 Minimum! Breakfast, Lunch & Dnner Will Deliver! OPEN ALL DAY SERVING REGULAR MENU UNTIL NOON 14 — Tri-Town News — Thursday, November 21, 2013 TRI-TOWN AREA BOWLING RESULTS 20TH CENTURY LANES Mon. Morn Coffee Country Girls 56 24 Four on the Floor 46 34 YoYos 46 34 Silver Belles 36 44 Rosebuds 32 48 The Foxes 24 56 High Game: R. Fisher, 237. High Series: R. Fisher, 586. Honor Games: R. Fisher, 186, 237, 163; A. Berg, 157, 181; S. Cutting, 179, 157; S. Straka, 181, 194, 192; J. Roof, 170, 174; D. Fisher, 177, 172; R. Tietjen, 195, 170, 181; G. Lindroth, 181; J. Davis, 151, 164; S. Beames, 157; W. Bookhout, 191; P. Stilson, 160,182, 201; C. Daughtrey, 154, 170, 169. Honor Series: R. Fisher, 586; S. Cutting, 462; S. Straka, 567; J. Roof, 493; R. Tietjen, 546; D. Fisher, 467; G. Lindroth, 455; J. Davis, 450; P. Stilson, 543; C. Daughtrey, 493. INDEPENDENT LEAGUE Margie & Tim 52 18 Date Nite 42 28 Eileen & John 38 32 Chris & Ted 36 34 Mr. T. & I 36 34 Whales & Grump 32 38 Bobby & Robert 32 38 Scratch Game: M. Mott, 233; D. Whaley, 267. Scratch Series: M. Mott, 608; D. Whaley, 668. HDCP Game: M. Mott, 253; D. Whaley, 275. 2010 GMC Canyon Reg. Cab SLE....................$15,969 6 cyl., auto, A/C, cruise, tilt, bedliner, tonneau cover, blue, 4,544 miles 2009 Dodge Ram Quad Cab SLT.....................$21,569 4WD, V8, auto, A/C, p. windows, p. locks, alloy, cruise, tilt, CD, tow pkg., gray, 56,655 miles 2009 Chevrolet HHR LT....................................$13,969 4 dr., 4 cyl., auto, A/C, p. sunroof, chrome wheels, p. seat, p. windows, p. locks, cruise, tilt, CD, red, 28,002 one owner miles 2009 Ford Fusion SE........................................$12,969 4 dr., 4 cyl., auto, A/C, p. seat, p. windows, p. locks, alloy, cruise, tilt, CD, blue, 58,050 one owner miles 2008 Chevrolet Silverado Ext. Cab.................$22,469 4WD, LT, Z71, 5.3 V8, auto, A/C, alloy, cruise, tilt, p. windows, p. locks, tow pkg., red, 70,616 Pa. miles 2006 Honda Odyssey EXL...............................$14,969 6 cyl., auto, rear entertainment, htd. leather p. seats, p. windows, p. locks, cruise, tilt, alloy, red, 74,308 miles 2006 Toyota Camry XLE.......................................$12,469 4 dr., 4WD, 6 cyl., auto, A/C, p. sunroof, htd. leather p. seats, p. windows, p. locks, alloy, cruise, tilt, 75,217 one owner Pa. miles 2005 Toyota Tundra Reg. Cab.........................$13,969 4WD, 4.7 V8, auto, A/C, cruise, tilt, CD, long bed, gray, 83,340 one owner Pa. miles Sales Hrs.: Mon., Tues., Thurs. 8 a.m. - 8 p.m.; Wed. & Fri. 8-6; Sat. 8-3 You Deserve It... Hassle Free Auto Service! WE OFFER MORE n Sr. Citize n o t Discoun s ir a Rep • Pick up and deliver your vehicle • Service/repair your vehicle correctly the first time • Wash your vehicle • Loaner vehicles for the longer/larger repairs • No payment for 90 days interest free if you use your NAPA Credit Card (applications accepted here) Technicians qualified to diagnose & repair almost any vehicle problem including: • Engines • Automatic Transmission & Transaxle • Manual Transmission & Axles • Suspension & Steering • Brake Systems • Electrical & Electronic System • Heating & Air Conditioning Systems • Engine Performance • Advanced Diagnostics (Check Engine & Driveability) Hdcp Series: M. Mott, 668; D. Whaley, 692. Honor Games: D. Whaley, 267, 225; M. Mott, 233; A. Rowe, 210; T. Harmon, 204. Honor Series: D. Whaley, 668; M. Mott, 608. GALAXY BOWL Chambers & O’Hara Butler Auto 46 14 Dags Auto Parts 42 18 Neighbors Insurance 38 22 Wagner Lumber 36 24 Tabone Chiropractic 34 26 Prinz Excavating 28 32 Galaxy Bowl 26 34 All Star Auto 26 34 Justice Construction 24 36 Honor Games: B. Walker, 279; C. Luca, 265; C. Erceg, 247; D. Smith, 237; T. Umbra, 233; B. Sh Elton, 232; R. Smith, 225; R. Johnson, 224; K. Macumber, 224; D. Larry, 223; B. Tallmadge, 222; C. Cawley, 221; G. Huston, 216; D. Williamson, 216; D. Finch, 213; M. Anderson, 212; J. Cole, 212; J. Mertz, 211; B. Harmon, 209; J. Riesen, 207; B. Macpherson, 204; E. Halaquist Jr., 202; B. Harmon, 202; J. Brewer, 201. C. O’Hara, 202; M. Brewer, 201. Honor Series: B. Walker, 772; C. Luca, 689; C. Erceg, 645;C. Cawley, 634; T. Umbra, 631; B. Shelton, 625; R. Smith, 623; D. Larry, 603; M. Anderson, 602. Thurs. Night Men’s Hdcp. 244 Racing 190.5 Dag’s Auto Parts 183 New Concept Mach. 177.5 Jim’s Auto Repair 173.5 J&M Trophies 173 Galaxy Bowl 163 Bainbridge Memorials 159.5 Henry’s Drive-In 155.5 Butler Auto 141.5 Lil Dave’s Excavat. 133 High Game: M. Brewer, 279. High Series: T. Smith, 701. Honor Games: A. Rowe, 200; T. Smith, 211, 231, 259; J. Halbert, 205, 223; D. Whaley, 225, 214; L. Warner, 213, 212; D. Lambrecht, 221cg; A. Moore, 205; S. Davis, 234; J. Hitt, 248; B. Walker, 228, 222, 247; D. Schultes, 217; M. G ray, 264; C. Cawley, 214cg; R. DuMond, 204; B. Smith, 221, 233; J. Martin, 223cg; Ga. Gifford, 219; Ge. Gifford, 206, 203; D. Ireland, 215; K. Hulbert, 224cg, 209; M. Burlison, 211, 204; D. O’Hara, 225, 213; G. Monroe, 201; M. Aylesworth, 212, 203; D. Lowe, 202; M. Brewer, 224; M. Anderson, 221; J. Mertz, 223, 236cg; J. Cole, 204; B. Shelton, 230. Honor Series: B. Walker, 697; M. Brewer, 684; J. Mertz, 661; D. O’Hara, 634; D. Whaley, 621; B. Smith, 613; B. Shelton, 612; K. Hulbert, 608; M. Anderson, 603. Thurs. Morn. Winter Ups & Downs 67 21 Twisted Siblings 52 36 Friends 52 36 Gutter Dusters 50 38 Up & Coming 45 43 Morning Glories 41 47 Ladybugs 40 48 Pinseekers 40 48 Pin Pals 35 53 Unknowns 10 46 High Game: M. Burlinson, 222. High Series: M. Burlinson, 633. Honor Games: M. Burlinson, 216, 195, 222; C. Burndage, 153, 188; E. Pwers, 154; K. Macumber, 172, 192; C. Decker, 160, 172; J. Adams, 193, 179, 211; J. Stevens, 159; D. Fritzsch, 154, 157, 177; D. Barnes, 166, 200; DR Northrup Jr., 162; R. Tietjen, 155, 164, 163; B. Arnott, 150; P. Harmon, 159; K. Bruning, 191, 170. Honor Series: M. Burlison, 633; C. Burndage, 500; E. Powers, 506; K. Macumber, 452; J. Adams, 583; D. Fritzsch, 488; D. Barnes, 492; R. Tietjen, 482; K. Bruning, 484. EOWS OLE’ Buckhorn 16 4 Travelers 15 5 Hit & Miss 11.5 8.5 Not the Bowlers 10 10 Lickity Splits 10 10 P&H 9.5 10.5 His & Hers 9 11 Rookies 7 13 Double Trouble 6 6 High Game: K. Sowesby, 299. High Series: K. Sowesby, 728. Honor Games: E. Tallmadge, 186; C. Gallagher, 188; B. MacPhersen, 204; D. Finch, 214; L. Warner, 212; B. Tallmadge, 245, 227, 201; M. Ferrara, 258, 205, 200; K. Sowesby, 213, 299, 216; L. Lowe, 162, 234, 234. Honor Series: B. Tallmadge, 673; M. Ferrara, 663; K. Sowesby, 728; L. Lowe, 630. Sun. Nite Allstars Motts 54 26 Wicks’ 50 30 Brunings 44 36 HulValley&Holstein 44 36 Decker & Hoyt 42 30 Tallmadges 40 40 Haynes’ 30 50 V-88 64 High Game: G. Mott, 241cg; K. Bruning, 203cg. High Series: K. Hulbert, 613; M. Mott, 584. Honor Games: K. Hulbert, 215, 210; D. Haynes, 200; M. Mott, 191, 196, 197; G. Mott, 202, 241cg; K. Bruning, 203cg; B. Tallmadge, 209, 224; D. Haynes, 181. Honor Series: K. Bruning, 505; M. Mott, 584; K. Hulbert, 613; G. Mott, 602; B. Tallmadge, 600. Wed. Nite Earlybirds Trash Mashers 54 34 Hwy 7 Pink Ladies 54 34 Take It or Leave It 51 29 J&M Trophies 44 44 Lottie’s Angels 34 54 Bruning Enterprise 27 61 High Game: L. Nobel, 235cg. High Series: L. Noble, 541. Honor Games: L. Mason, 184; K. Bruning, 188, 192; K. McCauley, 221; L. Noble, 185, 235cg. Honor Series: L. Noble, 541; L. Mason, 502; K. Bruning, 524. Horton Has It! • Jeans • Jackets • Bibs • Coats • Belts • Socks • Hats •T-Shirts • Sweatshirts Full Line of Carolina and Insulated Bogs Boots in Stock Visit us on the net: www.chambersohara.com MAC Names Volleyball And Cross Country All-Stars MIDSTATE ATHLETIC CONFERENCE VOLLEYBALL ALL-STARS First Team Alisa Hubbard, Afton; Madison Paugh, Harpursville; Morgan Bullis, BainbridgeGuilford; Taylor Chapman, Oxford; Sierra Bedient, Delhi; Paige Redmond, Sidney; Shelby Pettersen, Deposit; Taylor Krom, Sidney; Kayli Dickinson, Greene; Shannon McIntyre, Unadilla Valley; Kylee Letosky, Hancock; Leanne McKee, Unatego; Sarah Miller, Harpursville; Amber Pierce, Walton. Second Team Alissa Rivera, Bainbridge-Guilford; Megan Matts, Harpursville; Mindy Schmitz, Delhi; Octavia Bishop, Oxford; Kyley Vandermark, Deposit; Jilleen Livingston, Sidney; Mary Messina, Greene; Alyssa Cranston, Sidney; Mackinzie Mee, Hancock; Nicole Mackey, Unadilla Valley; Maddison VanEtten, Harpursville; Kali Benedict, Unatego; Erika Whitney, Harpursville; Danielle Reynolds, Walton. MIDSTATE ATHLETIC CONFERENCE CROSS COUNTRY ALL-STARS BOYS First Team Joe DeVona, Afton; Declan Kottmeier, HORTON HARDWARE AFTON, NY 607-639-1283 www.hortonhardware.com Delhi; Alex Legg, Delhi; Alex Padovani, Delhi; Talon Keefe, Deposit/Hancock; Logan Murray, Edmeston; Dan Villano, Harpursville; Dean Howard, Sidney. Second Team Kyle Hinman, Afton; Cooper Maney, Delhi; Ryan Hornbeck, Deposit/Hancock; Kevin Latimer, Deposit/Hancock; Nick Arnecke, Edmeston; Connor Kline, Edmeston; Dustin Johnson, Unadilla Valley. GIRLS First Team Daphne Knapp, Afton; Paige Polizzi, Afton; Katie Aikens, Delhi; Katherine Erickson, Delhi; Madison Kline, Edmeston; Mackenzie Porter, Edmeston; Rachael King, Gilbertsville-Mt. Upton/Morris; Nicole Mackey, Unadilla Valley. Second Team Christin Erickson, Delhi; Amelia Legg, Delhi; Alina Hood, Delhi; Taylor Mostert, Delhi; Katie Arnold, Edmeston; Autumn Hogland, Edmeston; Sophia Garry, Gilbertsville-Mt. Upton/Morris. SPORTSMANSHIP AWARDS Boys - Afton Girls - Edmeston Simulator League Starts At Colonial Ridge LAURENS - Colonial Ridge Golf in Laurens is accepting teams for its winter golf simulator league. Two-person teams play weekly captain-and-mate matches and post their scores against the field to move up the money list. Teams may play any time seven days a week, but tee times are required. The league will start the first week of December and run until the last week in March. Teams may make up missed weeks or play matches in advance. One-time league dues are $20 per person and go towards the 100-percent cash payout (based on the results of the money list). Weekly fees cost $10 per person for non- SR. BASKETBALL LEAGUE Service hours: Monday-Friday 8-5, Saturday 8-Noon; Closed for Lunch Noon- 1 p.m. 268 St. Hwy. 7 (Riverside) Sidney 563-4311 JAKE CUOZZO of Guilford shot his first deer on the opening day of deer season. An 8 point buck, it weighed 200 lbs. Senior Basketball BRACO 0 3 Gronwall 3 0 D’Addezio 1 1 Chambers O’Hara 1 1 The Olin Group 1 1 D’Addezio 71/Chambers 61; Gronwall 84/BRACO 43; Olin 70/BRACO 51; Gronwall 60/D’Addezio 57; Gronwall 66/ Olin 61; Chambers 86/ BRACO 66. members or $8 for Colonial Ridge Golf members. To sign up or for more information, call Colonial Ridge Golf at 263-5291. PITCH RESULTS Thurs. Night Pitch Galaxy Bowl Sharon & Amy 37 Dawn & Roni 35 Cindy & Jay 33 Pat & Bob 33 Dave & Sam 33 Craig & Jim 31 Lee & Jason 30 Cindy & Bill 29 Ron & Mark 29 Penny & Fred 28 Judy & David 27 Carolyn & Thorny 26 Sharon & Rich 26 Christal & Dawn 25 Cindy & Bernie 25 Colleen & Cindy 25 Linda & Wendy 21 Martha & Lori 20 Susan & Kathy 18 Kathy & Dave 9 Please e-mail sports stories and photos to Pete Mansheffer at: pmansheffer@ tritownnews.com 17 19 21 21 21 23 24 25 25 26 27 28 28 29 29 29 33 34 36 45 Tri-Town News — Thursday, November 21, 2013— 15 WCDO Congratulates this Season’s High School Football Award Winners SIDNEY - WCDO Sports broadcast 16 local High School football games, featuring a total of 14 local and area varsity football programs as they competed throughout the season. Games can be followed throughout the season both on-the-air on WCDO 100.9 FM and 1490 AM, as well as streamed online at WCDOSports.com. During the post-game of each broadcast, three separate awards are given to outstanding players. WCDO Sports would like to thank NBT Bank, The Catalog Outlet Stores, and Acco Brands for supporting the player of the game awards program throughout the season with the NBT Bank Outstanding Offense award, The Catalog Outlet Stores Dynamic Defense award, and The Acco Brands All-Purpose Player award. A total of 48 awards were given this season honoring 39 student athletes from area schools. Unatego Spartans: The Unatego Spartans had 13 athletes recognized for a total of 17 awards this season. The Unatego Spartans also advanced to the Section IV Class D Championship game. Kellen Komenda, Nate Wilsey, Ryan Marszel, Ethan Barber and Corbin Henry each brought home two awards apiece. Henry received two offensive awards, Marszel was honored for both offensive and all purpose player, Wilsey as well as Barber were honored for both defensive, and all-purpose, and Komenda was All-purpose player twice. Jared Jones, Kyle Spaulding, and Tanner Winchester all received offensive awards, Joe Smith, Joel VanAlstine, and Lucas DeJoy each received defensive honors, and Josh Feyerbend an All purpose award. Congratu- lations to the Unatego Spartans on their season. Harpursville Hornets: The Harpursville Hornets had nine athletes recognized for a total of 11 awards this season. Steven Lee and Devon Dean brought home a team leading two awards each. Lee was honored on Offense twice, and Dean was honored on Offense as well as an Allpurpose player. Jon Andrews received an Offensive honor, Tyler Gates, David Chochishvili, Cody Snow, and Damien Lamoree received a defensive award each, and Mitchell Weist and Andrew Kimmel were awarded All-Purpose player once each. Congratulations to the Harpursville Hornets on their season. Sidney Warriors: The Sidney Warriors had seven athletes recognized for a total of 10 awards this season. Patrick Vibbard brought home a team leading three awards, two offense and one all-purpose. Kai Sabada had a total of 2 awards, both for defense. Austin Dean, Billy Kozak, Zach Nages, Austin Dean, Mike Chase and Brandon Bessett were honored with an award each, Bessett and Chase on Offense, Dean on Defense, and Nages and Kozak as All-Purpose Players. Congratulations to the Sidney Warriors on their season. Tioga: The Tioga Tigers had five athletes recognized this season. Ryan Vergason was honored on Offense, Adam Zwierliene and Mike Melella on Defense, and Dylan Babcock and Jesse Manuel as All Purpose Players. Congratulations to the Tioga Tigers on their season. Bainbridge-Guilford Bobcats: The Bainbridge Bobcats had three athletes recognized this season. Cole Webb was honored for Offensive Play, Townsend Off To Final Four With UConn Field Hockey Team SYRACUSE – Harpursville graduate McKenzie Townsend and her University of Connecticut teammates earned a trip to the NCAA Division I field hockey Final Four after winning first round and quarterfinal contests over the weekend at Coyne Field in Syracuse. On Saturday, the fourthranked Huskies downed No. 11 Boston College, 21, in overtime. In Sunday’s quarterfinal, UConn downed No. 20 Michigan State (who upset Syracuse on Saturday), Baseball Clinic To Be Hosted By O-State ONEONTA - Oneonta State will host its Baseball Holiday High School Clinic from 9 a.m. to noon on Sunday, Dec. 15, at the Alumni Field House. Registration is 8:30 to 9 a.m. and costs $35 per camper. The clinic is open to high school players in the classes of 2014-17. The clinic will focus on defense, hitting, throwing and pitching drills. Bullpens and batting practice will take place at the end of the clinic. Pre-registration is recommended. For more information, call O-State coach Ben Grimm at 436-2661 or email ben. [email protected]. 3-1. UConn advances to the Final Four Friday at Norfolk, Va. where they will square off against North Carolina at 4:45 p.m. The semifinal winners will play for the national championship on Sunday at 4 p.m. SIDNEY SENIOR MEALS SITE MGR.: Joanne Gill PHONE 563-2212 FRIDAY, NOV. 22 Roast turkey with gravy, savory stuffing, mashed potatoes, cranberry sauce, butternut squash, honey bee ambrosia salad, dinner orll, pumpkin pie with topping MONDAY, NOV. 25 Macaroni and cheese, stewed tomatoes, three bean salad, whole wheat bread, vanilla ice cream TUESDAY, NOV. 26 Ham with raisin sauce, candied sweet potatoes, string beans, applesuace, whole wheat bread, jello with topping WEDNESDAY, NOV. 27 Braised beef and mushrooms served over egg noodles, mixed vegetables, cran-grape juice, whole wheat bread, iced yellow cake THURSDAY, NOV. 28 & FRIDAY, NOV. 29 CLOSED THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY Dylan Mondore for Defense, and Lucas Butcher as an AllPurpose Player. Congratulations to the Bainbridge Bobcats on their season. Other Area Schools: Two athletes from other schools were chosen for awards this season. Chris Dhuy of Spencer Van-Etten was honored on Offense, and Scott Bowie of Deposit/Hancock received a Defensive award. WCDO Sports will be back with more local sports broadcasts featuring both Men’s and Women’s Varsity Basketball teams this upcoming season. Games can be heard on the air at 100.9 FM and 1490AM. Games are also streamed courtesy of SFCU on the internet at WCDOSports.com. WCDO Sports says “congratulations and well done!” to all student athletes throughout our area on their accomplishments this season, and thanks the coaches, parents, and volunteers who make school athletics possible. WCDO Sports also thanks the many local businesses who recognize the importance of supporting school athletics. EASTERN BROOME SENIOR CENTER 27 GOLDEN LN., HARPURSVILLE 693-2069 FRIDAY, NOV. 22 Noon - Hot lunch by reservation: beer battered fish or chicken speidie sandwich, hash brown potatoes, coleslaw, bread and raspberry fruited gelatin; 11:30 a.m.12:30 p.m -walk-in: pub burger bar MONDAY, NOV. 25 Noon - Hot lunch by reservation the Friday priormeatball parmesan sub, pasta bean soup, and oatmeal cookie TUESDAY, NOV. 26 Walk-in Breakfast 8-9:30 a.m.;Noon - Hot lunch by reservation: sweet & sour pork over brown rice, Oriental blend veggies, bread and banana WEDNESDAY, NOV. 27 Noon - Hot lunch by reservation: roast turkey and dressing with liver and onions or chicken Marengo, mashed potatoes with gravy, green beans, bread, beverage, and cinnamon applesauce; soup and sandwich bar not available THURSDAY, NOV. 28 & FRIDAY, NOV. 29 CLOSED FOR THANKSGIVING CONGRATULATIONS TO MIRANDA DRUMMOND…Harpursville senior Miranda Drummond is given a standing ovation after signing her National Letter of Intent to play basketball at St. Bonaventure. Pictured onstage is Superintendent Kathleen Wood, Coach Kurt Ehrensbeck, Miranda Drummond, Miranda’s parents, Diane and Vinnie, and her brother, Alex. (Photos By Pete Mansheffer) H’Ville’s Miranda Drummond Signs Letter of Intent With St. Bonaventure HARPURSVILLE – All of Miranda Drummond’s hard work paid off last week when the Harpursville senior signed a National Letter of Intent to play women’s basketball at St. Bonaventure University. Drummond signed her NLI before a large crowd last Wednesday (Nov. 13) in the Harpursville auditorium. Drummond, a 6-1 forward, led Harpursville to the NYSPHSAA Class C title game and was named to the All-Tournament Team and was a first-team All-State member last season. Drummond, who averaged 22.3 points per game during the 2012-13 campaign, was a second-team All-State member as a sophomore and seventh-team member as a freshman when she was a member of another state finalist Hornets’ club. She has also played AAU basketball during the spring and summer months. “Miranda has done a lot of winning in her high school career. She is very versatile and has a motor that can go for days,” St. Bonaventure coach Jim Crowley said on the Bonnies’ website. “She can bring the ball up, shoot the 3, and post up and her length and athletic ability make her someone who could be a very good defender for us.” Crowley is a Windsor Central School graduate and is in his 14th season at the helm of the Bonnies. At her ceremony, Drummond thanked everyone who had a part in her successes, both on and off the court. CHRIS BROWN AUCTION SERVICE ANTIQUES, COLLECTIBLES &¬FIREARMS AUCTION THURSDAY, NOV. 21 @ 5:30 P.M. AT SIDNEY AMERICAN LEGION HALL, 22 UNION ST. , SIDNEY, NY This evening auction will feature many nice pieces from estates in Bainbridge and Sidney. (Please NOTE the Thursday sale date) PARTIAL LISTING: Variety of NEW shotguns including Remington Model 870 pump, Mossberg Model 500 pump “Home Security” shotguns, Mossberg Model 88 “Maverick” shotguns, H&R 12 gauge shotguns, and Mossberg 410 gauge, great assortment of CASE XX knives, 1902 U.S. Officer’s sword, military canteens, deer antlers, old hunting knives, old mantel clocks, West German cuckoo clocks, doll houses and vintage doll furniture, antique blue/ green canning jars, several pieces of depression glass, carnival glass, Tiffany & Co. Sterling Heart Ring, old photos, toys, vintage Kodak camera, artwork and many more fine items! Mr. Kurt Stietz from KJS Gun Shop in Bainbridge will be joining us to conduct background checks on all firearms. Please bring proper ID. A fee will be charged for firearm’s check. SEE PHOTOS AT: www.auctionzip.com (Auctioneer ID# 8404) TERMS OF SALE: Cash or Check • Standard 10% Buyers’ Premium PREVIEW: 4 p.m. until Sale Time FOR MORE INFO. CALL: Chris Brown-Owner/Auctioneer, (607) 624-4645 Great Food Available at the Legion Kitchen! MIRANDA DRUMMOND tries on the St. Bonaventure hat after signing with the Bonnies last week. She became very emotional when mentioning her family, knowing how much they have sacrificed over the years. “I mean I’ve been working ever since I was little with my dad,” said Drummond, who, besides her parents, Diane and Vinnie, and brother, Alex, was joined onstage by Hornets’ coach Kurt Ehrensbeck, Athletic Director Dave Groover and Superintendent Kathleen Wood. The three spoke during the signing ceremony. Drummond will be joined at St. Bonaventure by Oneonta senior standout Mariah Ruff, who also signed last Wednesday. AUCTION Real Estate ABSOLUTE AUCTION 383 State Hwy 7, Sidney, NY (Town of Unadilla) Location: From the intersection of NYS Route 8 in Sidney, take NYS Route 7 east appx. 1.2 miles. - Watch for sign and arrows. Sunday, November 24, 2013 @ 1 pm Absolutely Sells to the Highest Bidder Regardless of Price!: This historic property, once a stagecoach stop, features 6 ¿replaces, a new roof, and appx. 1.7 acres of land with frontage on 2 sides. Downstairs of the 2 story section is a kitchen, ½ bath, and 4 large rooms that could be adapted to any use. Upstairs features a full bath and 4 rooms, one of which is 15x32 with a ¿replace. The single story section is 52x20, all open with partly tiled Àoors and a full walk-in attic above. Appx. 3,700 square feet total. Prior to his illness, the current owner made many recent improvements including new roof, propane furnace and 200 amp electric panel. The versatile layout of the property lends itself to multiple commercial or residential uses. Originally constructed in the late 1700s, the main building has acquired a unique ambience de¿ned by its craftsmanship and history. Real Estate Terms: $5,000 Deposit day of Auction, balance due at closing in 30 days. A 10% buyer premium will be added to the high bid to become the ¿nal purchase price. Property sells “As Is”, no contingencies, so any tests or inspections desired must be done prior to the Auction, at the bidder’s expense. Open House: Sunday, November 17 @ 1 pm - 2:30 pm. *For detailed information, maps, and a copy of the purchase contract, download the “Bidder Packet” from www.lambrechtauction.com 607-865-6951 www.lambrechtauction.com 16 — Tri-Town News — Thursday, November 21, 2013 CHURCHES SIDNEY 26 Cartwright Ave., Sidney Larry Bailey, Preacher • 563-9695 FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH Sunday Radio Program: Bible Truth - WCHN, 7:45 - 8 a.m., 970 AM; WCDO, 8:15 - 8:30 a.m., 1490 AM, 101 FM; 10 a.m. - Bible Class; 11 a.m. - Worship Assembly. Wednesday 10 - 11 a.m. - Bible Study; 7 - 8 p.m. - Bible Study/Worship. 28 River St., Sidney Kenneth Southworth, Pastor Church Office: 563-8456 Parsonage: 563-1166 [email protected] www.sidneyfbc.com “To See Unbelieving People Become Committed Followers of Jesus Christ” Sunday 9:30 a.m. - Classes for all ages; 10:45- Special Gathered Worship Service; Flock Groups as designated; 6 p.m. - Youth Group; 6 p.m. - Informal Evening Service Wednesday 9 a.m. - Men’s breakfast and Bible study; 6 p.m. - Team Kids; 6:30 p.m. - Gathered Prayer FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 1 Bridge St., Sidney • 563-1329 (across from library) Pat Robinson, Pastor Church Office: Tues., Thurs., Fri. 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 24 9:30 a.m. - Bible Study; 10:30 a.m. Worship Service; Children’s Sunday School; 11:30 a.m. - Coffee Hour Wednesday, Nov. 27 7 p.m. - Thanksgiving Eve Ecumenical Service at our church SIDNEY ASSEMBLY OF GOD Plankenhorn Rd., Sidney Church Office: 563-8247 [email protected] ST. PAUL’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH 25 River St., Sidney • 563-3391 The Rev’d Jim Shevlin, FHC Rector 563-3391 or 624-1470 Sundays 10 a.m. - Holy Communion, and Annointing for Healing in Jesus’ Name, followed by coffee and fellowship Tuesdays 11 a.m. - Bible Study (bring bag lunch) Wednesdays 9:30-11:45 a.m. - Free clothing and Lunch; Noon - Mass CIRCLE DRIVE ALLIANCE CHURCH 6 Circle Drive, Sidney Church Office: 563-1120 Rev. Adam Sellen Associate Pastor Levi Owens www.cdaconline.com Sunday 8:30 a.m. & 11 a.m.- Worship Services; 5:30-7:30 p.m. - Youth Group Wednesday 6 p.m. - Women’s Prayer ministry; 6:30-8 p.m.- Children’s Faith Weavers; 7 p.m. - Prayer Meeting Rev. Bernard Knutsen Sunday 9:30 a.m. - Sunday School; 10:45 a.m. -Worship Service (Nursery Available) Tuesday 6:45 p.m. - Royal Rangers and Girls’ Ministries Wednesday 5:45 p.m.- Hour of Prayer; 6:45 p.m. - Bible Study SIDNEY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 12 Liberty St., Sidney • 563-1921 Rev. Tom Pullyblank Office Hours: 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Tuesday through Friday Thursday, Nov. 21 9:30 a.m. - Food Bank; 4:30 p.m. - Share the Bounty; 5:30 p.m. - Cub Scout Pack Friday, Nov. 22 4:30 p.m. - Martial Arts Class Saturday, Nov. 23 9 a.m. - Scrapbooking workshop Sunday, Nov. 24 9 a.m. - Sunday School; Bible Study; 10:15 a.m. - Worship Service United Methodist Student Day; Operation Christmas Child collection; Family Life Council meeting after church Monday, Nov. 25 9:30 a.m. - Food Bank; 4:30 p.m. - Martial Arts; 7 p.m. - AA Tuesday, Nov. 26 5:30 p.m. - Bible Study; 7 p.m. - Church council Wednesday, Nov. 27 10:30 a.m. - Bible study; 12:30 p.m.- Cooking class; 6 p.m. - Bell Choir; 6:30 p.m. - Boy Scouts; 7 p.m. - Chancel Choir Thursday, Nov. 28 9:30 a.m. - Food bank; 5:30 p.m. -Cub Scuts ST. LUKE’S LUTHERAN CHURCH W. Main St., Sidney • 563-1806 Rev. Ernie Varga, Pastor 607-265-3829 or cell 413-212-8202 Friday, Nov. 22 Noon - Rotary Sunday, Nov. 24 9 a.m. - Christian Education; 10 a.m. - Traditional Service; 11 a.m. - Fellowship and Coffee; 11:30 a.m.Adult study class; Confirmation class Wednesday, Nov. 27 7 p.m. - Thanksgiving Eve Service at Congregational Church SACRED HEART CHURCH Liberty Street, Sidney Saturday Mass: 5:30 p.m. Sunday Mass: 8:30 and 10:30 a.m. Mon. - Fri.: Daily Mass at 9 a.m. Confessions Saturday: 4:30-5 p.m. or by appointment, call 563-1591 from 9 a.m.- noon FAITH COMMUNITY CHURCH 32 West Main and Adams Sts., Sidney Jim Ingalls, Pastor • 967-8167 Sunday 10 a.m. - Noon. - Bible Study; 6 p.m. - Worship Service. Wednesday 6 p.m. - Bible Study. CHURCH OF CHRIST SIDNEY BIBLE BAPTIST CHURCH 32 West Main St. (Corner of Adams and West Main- Faith Community Church Building), Sidney Pastor Frank Donnelly 607-334-6206 Sundays 10 a.m. - Sunday School; 11 a.m. - Worship; 4 p.m. - Evening Service Wednesdays 6:30 p.m. - Prayer Meeting UNITED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF EAST GUILFORD Rev. Patty Wolff, Pastor 563-1083 or 369-4630 Corner of State Rt. 8 and Co. 35, www.eastguilfordpc.org Sunday 9 a.m. - Worship Wednesday 7 a.m. - Men’s Breakfast and Bible Study SIDNEY CENTER BAPTIST CHURCH 10440 Main St. • 369-9571 Pastor Dennis Murray Sunday 9:45 a.m. - Praise and Bible Study; 10:30 a.m. - Morning Worship Service Wednesday 6:30 p.m. - Midweek Prayer and Bible Study SIDNEY CENTER FAMILY & FRIENDS CHURCH Meets at Sidney Center Fire Hall Speakers Bill Orr and Judy McCall Sunday 11 a.m. - Worship UNADILLA FELLOWSHIP BAPTIST LIGHTHOUSE CHURCH 1050 Covered Bridge Rd., Unadilla Handicapped Accessible. Nursery Available Sundays 10 a.m. - Sunday School for all ages; 11 a.m. - Morning Worship; 6:30 p.m. - Evening Praise and Worship hour Tuesday 10 a.m. - Ladies’ Bible Study Wednesday 7 p.m. - Bible Study and Prayer/Teen Time UNADILLA FRIENDS CHURCH Rogers Hollow, Unadilla Benjamin Shaw, Pastor •563-2266 Sunday 10:30 a.m. - Morning Worship. FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 170 Main Street, Unadilla • 369-2052 Doug Besemer, Pastor Every Thursday 7 p.m. - AA and Al-anon meet Every Sunday 9 a.m. - Worship Service followed by coffee and fellowship Monday, Friday and Saturday 11 a.m. - Noon - Food Pantry and Clothing Pantry Every Tuesday 7 p.m. - Grieving Support Group Every Wednesday 5:30 p.m. - Bible Study First Wednesday of the Month 7 p.m. - Faith Discovery Second Wednesday of the Month 6:30 p.m. - Trustee meeting; 7 p.m. - Administrative Council Monday, Friday, Saturday 11-12 noon - Food Pantry open Handicap Accessible UNADILLA CENTER UNITED METHODIST Pastor Douglas B. Besemer 1203 Butternut Rd., Unadilla Regular Sunday Services 10:30 a.m. - Worship Service; Sunday School ST. MATTHEW’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH 240 Main St., Unadilla • 369-3081 Rev. Scott Garno, Rector Wardens: William Goodrich and Bonnie Barr Sunday 9 a.m.- Service Wednesday Noon - Holy Communion; 12:30 p.m. - Luncheon, free will offering. All are welcome. Handicapped accessible. FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 156 Main St., Unadilla 369-4630 Guest Lay Preacher Sunday 9:30 a.m. - Sunday School; 10:30 a.m. - Worship with Communion, bring donation for food pantry Handicapped accessible. AFTON UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 34 Spring St., Afton • 639-2082 Gary Kubitz, Pastor Sunday 10:45 a.m. - Morning Worship; coffee and fellowship following FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF AFTON 30 Caswell St., Afton • 639-1030 Christopher Prezorski, Pastor Kelly Todd, Asst. Pastor www.fbcafton.org Sunday 9:30-11 a.m. - Morning Worship; 11 a.m. - noon - Children’s Sunday School groups; 11:05 a.m. - Teen and Adult Life Groups Wednesday 6:45 p.m. - Prayer and Praise NORTH AFTON UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Co. Rd. 17, Afton, NY Lay Leader Valeda Banta Sunday 10:30 a.m. - Worship. ST. ANN’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH 125 S. Main St., PO Box 22, Afton www.stannsaftonny.org Rev. David Hanselman, Rector Handicapped accessible. Regular Sunday Service 9:15 a.m. - 1st and 3rd Sundays Holy Eucharist; 2nd and 4th and 5th Sundays Morning Prayer; Bible based Sunday School Each Tuesday 6:30 p.m.- SERTOMA, Parish Hall Each Thursday 8 p.m. - Alcoholics Anonymous closed meeting, Parish Hall Each Sunday 8 p.m. - Alcoholics Anonymous MERCY FELLOWSHIP 967 Rt. 41 (1.2 miles) N. of Rt. 7, Afton John Snel, Pastor Church: 639-1964 • Study: 693-3692 Sundays 10 a.m. - Worship Service Fridays 7 p.m. - Prayer Meeting and Bible Study HOPE CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 129 Main St., Afton Church 639-4237 • Office 226-0791 Rev. Maryann Palmetier Fridays 9 a.m .- noon - Bread Giveaway Sundays 9 a.m. - Coffee Time; 9:30 a.m. - Morning Worship; 4th Sunday of each month, fellowship brunch following worship) “Come as you are!” - All Welcome Member of NACCC Handicap Accessible HIGHER GROUND CHRISTIAN CHURCH 96 E. Main St., Afton • 639-3746 Mary Upright, Pastor Thursday 6:30 p.m. - Bible Study and Prayer Sunday 10:30 a.m. - Sunday Worship; Children’s Ministries available during service ST. AGNES CATHOLIC CHURCH OF AFTON Fr. Darr Schoenhofen 14 Spring Street • 967-4481 Sunday 8:30 a.m. - Mass AFTON PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH Academy St., Afton • 639-2121 Sunday 11 a.m.-Worship followed by Fellowship GILBERTSVILLE FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 113 Marion Ave., Gilbertsville Pastor Mark Piedmonte 783-2867 • Like us on Facebook [email protected] Office Hours: Tues. Noon-5 p.m.; Wed.-Fri. 9-5; Sat. 10-2 Saturday 10 a.m. - Noon (or by appt.)- Lamb’s Rack FREE Clothing Closet Sunday 11 a.m. - Worship Service 4th Thursday of Month Senior Moments - Programs of interest for senior citizens 967-2223 • grace4missions.com Mike Kauffman and John Gregory, Pastors Sunday 9 a.m. - Worship. Wednesday (Except 1st Wed. of Month) 7 p.m. - Prayer Meeting WBBC KELSEY BROOK CHAPEL Non-Denominational 3642 St. Hwy. 206, West Bainbridge 967-4484 Sunday 10:30 a.m. - Worship Service, meal following service by donation OTEGO OTEGO PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 18 River Street • 988-2861 Sunday 9 a.m. - Worship including Children’s Conversation and Children’s Sunday School; 10 a.m. - Coffee Hour; 10:30 a.m. - Adult Sunday School. Buildings are ramp accessible. The church is handicapped accessible. OTEGO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH GILBERTSVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 8 Church Street • 988-2866 Pastor Rev. Emily Huyge Commercial and Elm Sts. (607)783-2993 Church Rev. Kurt Funke, Pastor 859-2436 or 316-3056 Office Hours: Tues. 9-Noon; Wed. 1-4 p.m.; Thurs. 1-4 or by Apt. Sunday 9:30 a.m. - Morning Worship; Sunday School during service Tuesday 9-11 a.m. - Coffee fellowshipo Wednesday 10 a.m. - Choir practice, FPC; 11 a.m.- Bible Study; 3:15-4:30 p.m. - Joy Club, NLFH CHRIST CHURCH 38 Marion Ave., Gilbertsville 783-2267 [email protected] Sunday 9:30 a.m. - Sunday school; 10 a.m. - Adults and children service, Holy Communion; 4:30 p.m.- Service of Christian Healing; 6:30 p.m. - Celebrate Recovery Service BAINBRIDGE FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 12 S. Main St., Bainbridge 967-8034 • www.bainbridgefbc.com Pastor: Rev. John Koopman Clerk: Mrs. Secrest Church is handicapped accessible through the back door. Pastor is in when the frog is on the door. Mail newsletter articles to [email protected] or drop in the church box Saturday, Nov. 23 6 p.m. - Harvest Supper; 7 p.m. - Family Movie Sunday, Nov. 24 9 a.m. - Adult Sunday School; 10 a.m. - Worship service; 10:15 a.m. - Children’s Sunday SchoolJunior Church Wednesday, Nov. 27 Noon- Bible Study BAINBRIDGE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 27 N. Main St., Bainbridge • 967-2782 Gary Kubitz, Pastor Sunday Services 9 a.m. - Worship Service; 9:15 a.m. - Sunday School; coffee and fellowship following service Assisted listening system for those with special hearing needs. ST. PETER’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH On the Park Bainbridge • 967-3441 The church with the red doors. Pat Hawkins. Sr. Warden 895-6489 Sue Shove, Jr. Warden 639-2065 Regular Sunday Services 8 a.m. and 11 a.m. ST. JOHN THE EVANGELIST CATHOLIC CHURCH 32 S. Main St., Bainbridge • 967-4481 Fr. Darr Schoenhofen Saturday 4:30 p.m. - Reconciliation 5:15 p.m. - Vigil Mass Sunday 11 a.m. - Sunday Mass FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH - BAINBRIDGE Rev. Diarmuid O’Hara, Pastor 967-8021 www.ChristianChurchesOnline.com/ firstpresbyterianbainbridge Thursday 6:30 p.m.- Beatitudes Group meets Sunday 8:45 a.m. - Sunday School; 10 a.m. - Worship First Sunday of each Month Communion Thursday and Saturdays 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. - New Beginnings Thrift Store open Sunday 11 a.m.- Worship Elevator Access to all levels. FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF OTEGO W. Branch, Otsdawa Rd., Co. Rt. 6, Otego • 988-7144 Pastor Bill Allen Sunday 9:30 a.m. - Sunday Morning Service; 10:50 a.m. - Prayer Service; 11:15 a.m. - Sunday school; 6:30 p.m. - Evening Service FRANKLIN UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Rev. Dr. John Hill • 895-9917 Sunday 9:15 a.m. - Treadwell service; 10:45 a.m. - Franklin service; followed by coffee hour Handicapped Accessible ST. PAUL’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH Corner of Main and Institute Sts. Rev. Scott Garno 829-6404 Sunday 8:15 a.m. - Service with Holy Eucharist, except first Sunday of the month when Holy Eucharist is at 1:30 p.m. with dish to pass lunch First Thursday of Month 5-7 p.m. - Soup Supper by donation COMMUNITY BIBLE CHURCH 25 Center St., Franklin • 829-5471 Dr. Walt Schlundt, Pastor www.cb-church.org Sunday 10:45 a.m. - Worship Service with nursery and Kingdom Kids for children K-4th grade AREA UNATEGO COMMUNITY CHURCH Brian Cutting, Pastor Office: 369-7425 [email protected] Saturday 11 a.m .- 1 p.m .- Otego Food Pantry open; 6:30-10 p.m. - YFC Youth Center in Unadilla, 16 Watson St. open Sunday 10:30 a.m. - Worship at Otego building (290 Main St.); with contemporary and traditional music, relevant and biblical message, nursery and kids JAM time for elementary kids Thursday 6:30 p.m. - YFC club at Unadilla Elementary WELLS BRIDGE BAPTIST Sunday 9:45 a.m. - Sunday School 10:45 a.m. - Worship Service HARPURSVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Sue Shields, Pastor 222-3175 Sunday 10 a.m. - Sunday School; 11 a.m. - Morning Worship HARPURSVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 41 Cumber Rd. • 693-2422 Wednesday 6:30 p.m. - Prayer Service; Teen Scene Sunday 10 a.m. - Sunday School; 10:45 a.m. - Morning Worship; 6:30 p.m. - Evening Service. NINEVEH PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH Rte. 7, Nineveh • 693-1919 Rev. Emrys Tyler Thursday 6:30 p.m. - Bible Study Sunday 9:30 a.m. - Morning Worship; 10:45 a.m. - Sunday School Tuesday 1-5 p.m. - Pastoral office hours; Wednesday 9 a.m. - Bible Study 7 p.m. - Adult Choir Rehearsal THREE PINES COMMUNITY CHAPEL E. Windsor Road (Doraville) Nineveh • 693-1897 Pastor Michael Brown• 849-4364 Sunday 10 a.m. - Sunday School; 11 a.m. - Morning Worship Wednesday 6:30 p.m. - Prayer Meeting/Bible Study TROUT CREEK COMMUNITY CHURCH Pastor Judy Travis Regular Sundays 9 a.m. - Sunday School; 10 a.m. - Worship Service; 11 a.m. - Fellowship NAKSIBENDI HAKKANI MUSLIM CENTER 1663 Wheat Hill Rd., Sidney Center • 607-369-4816 Five Prayers Daily Thursday Evening Program Friday 1 p.m. - Jummah MASONVILLE FEDERATED CHURCH Thursday 6:30 p.m. - Bible Study Sunday 9:45 a.m. - Adult Sunday School; 11 a.m. - Worship Service, Children’s Sunday School SAND HILL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Nancy Stanley, Pastor Sunday 8:30 a.m. - Morning Worship Communion 1st Sunday of the month & food pantry UNION VALLEY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Lay Pastor Andrew Doyle 607-316-7546 Sunday 10:30 a.m. - Morning Worship and Sunday School. Coffee and Fellowship follows. GUILFORD UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Co. Rte. 35, Main St., Guilford Sunday 9:15 a.m. - Worship Service. Community Emergency Food Bank Call 895-6822. David Steensma, Pastor 7 Church St., Wells Bridge 607-988-7090 COVENTRY UNITED METHODIST Sunday 11 a.m. - Worship Service Wednesday 6:30 p.m. - Prayer and Bible Study Sunday 9 a.m. - Morning Worship and Sunday School, young family friendly; fellowship and coffee hour follows. MOUNT UPTON UNITED METHODIST CHURCH COVENTRYVILLE FIRST CONGREGATIONAL UCC Rev. Brandilynne Craver Pastor Joyce Besemer 113 Co. Rt. 27, Bainbridge Friday 6:30-8 p.m. - Fun-n-Faith Youth Group for ages 10+ Sunday 11 a.m. - Worship Service. First Sunday: Holy Communion Third Sunday: Prayers for Healing Tuesday 10 a.m. - Tot Time story time; 11:30 a.m. - Adult Bible Study Emerg. Food Pantry 764-8365. FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MOUNT UPTON We are handicap accessible. Childcare is available. Chester N. Shew, Pastor • 764-8361 GRACE CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP Thursday 7 p.m. - Bible Study Lay Pastor Andrew Doyle 607-316-7546 Sunday 10:30 a.m. - Worship and Sunday School; coffee hour Wednesday 6:30 p.m. - Bible study; Quilt Group Friday 6:30 p.m. - Quilt Group TRUE LIFE CHRISTIAN CHURCH www.truelifechristianchurch.org 2899 St. Hwy. 206, Bainbridge, NY (Coventryville) Pastor Karl Slifee, Sr. Ph. 656-7619, Cell: 607-343-4743 Assoc. Pastor Harold Harris Ph. 656-7833, Cell: 607-316-8144 Tri-Town News — Thursday, November 21, 2013— 17 CHURCHES (Continued) Regular Sunday 9:30-10:15 a.m. - Sunday School; 10:30 a.m. - noon - Worship; Fellowship after church Wednesday 7 p.m. - Bible study and prayer meeting Second Saturday of Every Month 7 a.m. - Men’s Prayer breakfast NORTHFIELD COMMUNITY CHURCH Pastor Marv Root 829-2369 5118 County Hwy. 23 Sunday 10 a.m. - Sunday School 11 a.m. - Sunday Morning Worship Wednesday 6:30 p.m. - Bible Study Thrift Store Alters Hours for Week Of Thanksgiving BAINBRIDGE - The New Beginnings Thrift Store at the Bainbridge Presbyterian Church will be changing its operation time for Thanksgiving week only. We will not be open on Thursday, Thanksgiving, instead we will be open on Friday, Nov. 29 as well as our usual hours on Saturday. Our hours both days will be 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Skip the crowds in Binghamton and do some leisurely shopping right here in Bainbridge. Carol and Joyce will be waiting to help you find clothing, outerwear, household items, books and more, as well as Christmas decorations and possibly gift items. This is a great place for the kids to shop for small gifts for family members. Please have all changes to church notices to our offices by Monday at noon. Listings run from the Thursday the paper comes out to the following Thursday. Send your changes to Tri-Town News, 5 Winkler Road, Sidney, NY 13838 or e-mail ttnews@ tritownnews.com . Thanksgiving Eve Service Will Be Held in Bainbridge BAINBRIDGE - The Bainbridge Council of Churches invites all in the area to a special worship service on Wednesday, Nov. 27 beginning at 7 p.m. in the Methodist Church. Come join friends and neighbors as we give thanks together for the many blessings we have in our lives. This is an Ecumenical service with several of the clergy and lay readers from the Bainbridge churches participating in worship. Music will be provided by a community choir under the direction of Rick Bunting, and traditional hymns for the Thanksgiving season will be sung by all. Anyone who would like to sing in the choir, no experience needed, should meet at the church at 5 p.m. for rehearsal. There will be a light supper provided for the choir prior to the service. The offering from the service will go to the Bainbridge Council of Churches to be used for community needs and/or the Food Pantry. Thanksgiving Service in Afton Is Tues., Nov. 26 AFTON - The annual Afton Thanksgiving Ecumenical Service, sponsored by Afton Interchurch Council will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 26 at 7 p.m., at Hope Congregational Church, 129 Main St., Afton. Everyone is welcome to worship and give thanks for God’s bountiful care. Three Crosses Bare to Perform At Mount Upton Church Dec. 1 MT. UPTON - The Season Begins,” with the Mount Upton United Methodist Church having a musical event at the church on Sunday, Dec. 1 at 2 p.m. “Three Crosses Bare” is a local Christian rock/contemporary Christian band. The band was started in 2003 and named in 2004. They have a CD out Rescue Me. If you go to their website, you are able to hear some of their music, www.reverbnation. com/threecrossesbare. We are excited to have them play for us and wish to have you join us to enjoy their music. This is a perfect way to start the season. Refreshments will be available. HALO’s To Hold Revitalization Commemoration Sat., Nov. 23 HARPURSVILLE - HALos’ is scheduled to hold its 11th annual “Revitalization” Commemoration on Saturday, Nov. 23 at 2 p.m. This event will take place at the Harpursville United Methodist Church on Route 79 (next to fire department) in Harpursville. A video has been put together of pictures taken at the June and August 2013 Camp HUGS events and will be shown at the commemoration. Come join us in revitalizing hope, honoring our servicemen and women, acknowledging deceased loved ones or other loss events that helped make us who we are through music, stories and laughter. For more information call 639-4256 (HALO). School Board To Meet Nov. 25 HARPURSVILLE – The Harpursville Central School Board of Education will hold a regular meeting on Monday, Nov. 25, at 7 p.m. in the high school library. TO COMMEMORATE VETERAN’S DAY, members of the American Legion SlaterSilvernail Post 806, Bainbridge visited with third graders at the Greenlawn Elementary School, Bainbridge. Two brief video presentations were shown, one outlining Veteran’s Day and its inception, and the other showing a veteran of the United States Air Force wounded in Iraq and how that veteran was giving back to other veterans. The students were receptive and interested in the program. They asked appropriate questions and identified many of their own family members who served in the United States Armed Forces in the past. Members of Post 806 who participated in the presentation were Randall Lambrecht, Veteran, United States Army; Richard Rusakiewicz, Veteran, United States Air Force; and Douglas Lee, Veteran, United States Navy (Seabees). Special thanks to Mrs. Mary Diemer and Mrs. Vicki Ives for coordinating the visit with their students. MASONVILLE NEWS ANNE SCOTT, CORRESPONDENT 265-3368 Thank You Thank you goes out to all who donated food, worked in the kitchen and dining room and helped to peel vegetables and set up the dining room for the hunter’s ham supper on Saturday, Nov. 17. There were lots of people and hunters that came to the dinner at the Masonville Federated Church and we wish to thank all of our helpers. I hope I haven’t forgotten any one. It was a success and all the hard work made the dinners great with fellowship and good food. Christmas Play Play practice is under way and this week the practices are on Monday and Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. at the church. The name of the play is “Christ- mas Carol Special Report” celebrating Christmas carols around the world. There are still five speaking parts and choir with easy music available. The play is set in three countries of the world and is very nice to see. Just a note that during Thanksgiving week the practice will be on Tuesday, Nov. 26 at 6:30 p.m. Let’s get out there and support the directors of the play, which will be during church services on Sunday, Dec. 8. School News Modified winter sports are beginning next week. Good luck to all our athletes. Have a great Thanksgiving all you students, teachers and administrators. Thanksgiving break begins on Wednesday, Nov. 27 and it’s back to school on Monday, Dec. 2. Where did November go? Birthday Greetings Birthday greetings this week go out to Reed Gary Scott on Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 28; Andy McKown, Tyler Glatt and Crystal Glatt on Dec. 1; Josh Butler, Amy Tut- tle and Travis DeMott on Dec. 2; Kela Anderson Charles on Dec. 3; Jody Seeley Drystal Hard on Dec. 4; and Naphtali Kleingardner on Dec. 5. Have a great day everyone. Personals Harold and Anne Scott accompanied Cliff and Betty Scott to a concert at Keuka College where daughter Ariel was in the choir. We were surprised by Deb Reilly and two boys, Connor and Brady from York, NY and Ariel’s aunt and her cousin Beth O’Connor from Horseheads who traveled to see the concert and band music. We all enjoyed hearing Ariel sing and had a great visit afterwards. Church News Adult Sunday School is at 9:45 a.m. with regular church services at 11 a.m. Bible study is at 6:30 p.m. on Thursdays at the church. Fridays the food pantry is open from 1 to 3 p.m. at the church. Monday, Dec. 2 the tree will be decorated at 5:30 p.m., all are welcome. COMMUNITY BULLETIN BOARD FRIDAY, NOV. 22 UNADILLA COMMUNITY FOOD BANK – Unadilla Methodist Church, 11 a.m. to Noon MASONVILLE FOOD PANTRY - 1-3 p.m., Masonville Federated Church TODDLER STORY TIME – 9:30-10 a.m., Sidney Mem. Public Library, for children 18 months to 3 years SATURDAY, NOV. 23 UNADILLA COMMUNITY FOOD BANK – Unadilla Methodist Church, 11 a.m. to noon BINGO – 7 p.m., Sidney Fire Dept. Training Center LEGO TIME – Noon- 2 p.m., Unadilla Public Library AFTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY MUSEUM – Open 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. or by appointment, call Charles Decker at 639-2720 DEPOSIT FLEA MARKET - 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., Masonic Lodge JERICHO ARTS HOLIDAY GIFT MARKET - 1-10 p.m., Bainbridge Town Hall Gallery BEAR TRACKS BLUEGRASS- 8 p.m., Bainbridge Town Hall Theatre, for reservations call 967-7228, tickets also available at the door HOLIDAY BAZAAR & BAKE SALE- 8:30 a.m. - 1 p.m., St. Agnes Church, church hall, Spring St., Afton CHRISTMAS BAZAAR & SOUP & SANDWICH LUNCH9 a.m. - 3 p.m., Guilford United Methodist Churcch SUNDAY, NOV. 24 BAINBRIDGE MUSEUM – 38 S. Main St., open by appointment, call 967-8546 or 967-7159 “THE HOMECOMING” - 1:30 p.m., free film hosted by Friends of the Libraries, Smart Community Room, Sidney Memorial Public Library MONDAY, NOV. 25 AFTON ECUMENICAL FOOD PANTRY – Afton United Methodist Church, 24 Spring St., Mon. 5-7 p.m., Wed. 9-11 a.m. 7+(*,)72) SIDNEY COMMUNITY FOOD BANK – Sidney United Methodist Church, Liberty St., 9:30-11:30 a.m., upstairs UNADILLA COMMUNITY FOOD BANK – Unadilla Methodist Church, 11 a.m. to Noon BAINBRIDGE COUNCIL OF CHURCHES FOOD PANTRY – Bainbridge United Methodist Church back entrance, 8-10 a.m. ZUMBA GOLD - 1-1:45 p.m., Eastern Broome Senior Center, Harpursville DIABETES SUPPORT GROUP - 6 p.m., Chenango Memorial Hospital, basement conference room, 179 N. Broad St. Norwich. Diabetics and their families welcome. Info: 607-337-4136. 3URYLGLQJ3HDFHRI0LQG IRU<RXDQG\RXUIDPLO\ -2,186)257+,6)5((:25.6+23 :HGQHVGD\1RYHPEHUWKSP 7KXUVGD\1RYHPEHUVWSP TUESDAY, NOV. 26 PRESCHOOL STORY HOUR – Tues. & Thurs. 9:30-10:15 a.m., Sidney Mem. Public Library, for children ready for preschool or kindergarten PRESCHOOL STORY TIME - 10:30 a.m., Unadilla Public Library, Info. 369-3131 WEDNESDAY, NOV. 27 SIDNEY HISTORICAL ROOM – Civic Center, Room 218; open 4-6 p.m. or by appt., call Joelene 563-1425 AFTON ECUMENICAL FOOD PANTRY – Afton United Methodist Church, 24 Spring St., Mon. 5-7 p.m., Wed. 9-11 a.m. TOPS OF UNADILLA – 9 a.m., Unadilla United Methodist “Taking Pounds Off Sensibly” LAP SIT STORY TIME – 9:30-10 a.m., Sidney Mem. Public TRI-COUNTY KIWANIS - 6 p.m., monthly dinner meting, Angus & Ale, Main St., Sidney (order off the menu) THURSDAY, NOV. 28 HAPPY THANKSGIVING! 6LGQH\0HPRULDO3XEOLF/LEUDU\ 6PDUW&RPPXQLW\5RRP5LYHU6W6LGQH\ $1$//,03257$17723,&$&5266$0(5,&$ /HDUQKRZWRJLYHWKHJLIWWKDWOHWV\RXUORYHGRQHVNQRZZKDW \RX·GZLVKIRULQWKHHYHQW\RXFDQ·WVSHDNIRU\RXUVHOI $OODUHZHOFRPH7RUHJLVWHURUIRUPRUHLQIRUPDWLRQ SOHDVHFRQWDFW.HOO\0F*UDZDW 7KLVZRUNVKRSLVSUHVHQWHGE\ &DWVNLOO$UHD+RVSLFHDQG3DOOLDWLYH&DUH DQGPDGHSRVVLEOHE\DJUDQWIURP7KH8QLWHG:D\RI6LGQH\ 18 — Tri-Town News — Thursday, November 21, 2013 BUY IT • SELL IT • FIND IT CLASSIFIEDS FOR RENT FOR SALE HELP WANTED LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE THE COUNTRY MOTEL - Rt. 7, Sidney, offers clean and comfortable extended stay rooms at reasonable rates. All rooms have microwaves and refrigerators. Sorry no pets. Call 563-1035. 10-15tfc FOR SALE $99 DOWN payment plan gets your brand new or pre-owned piece of furniture or mattress set home that same day. Brand new full mattress sets with warranty $199! Beds and bedrooms our specialty. New, floor model, vintage, antique and pre owned furniture for all rooms all in one big place. Pete’s Furniture Barn, 1687 Rt. 7 Unadilla 13849. Lowest prices around. Across from the drive-in movie. 607-369-2458 or 607-434-0334 Browse from home at http:// petesfurniturebarn.com. We can order you any of the brand new items at the prices shown there. 3-15(eow)tf SUBSTITUTES NEEDED Afton Central School has a need for substitutes in the following areas for the 2013-2014 School Year: • TEACHERS (4 yr. degree required) • AIDES (high school diploma or GED) • RN’S (current NYS license) • FOOD SERVICE HELPERS • BUS DRIVERS Contact Elizabeth Briggs, Superintendent, Afton Central School, P.O. Box 5, Afton, N.Y. 13730 (607) 639-8229 for application 11-21(1w)c The Town of Afton is looking for a new member for the Board of Assessment Review. Qualifications are you must be a resident of the Town of Afton. Additional training is required and anyone wishing to apply please submit your resume and references in a sealed envelope by December 12, 2013 to the Town Clerk of the Town of Afton 169 Main Street, Afton, NY 13730 Clearly marked Attention Board of Assessment Review. 11-21(1w)c TOWN OF UNADILLA NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING FIRE DISTRICT ELECTION Annual Election of Bainbridge Fire District December 10, 2013 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE, that the Annual Election of the Bainbridge Fire District will take place on December 10, 2013, between the hours of 6:00 and 9:00 p.m. at the Bainbridge Fire Station, 22 West Main Street, Bainbridge, New York for the purpose of electing one (1) Commissioner for a 5 year term commencing January 1, 2013 and ending December 31, 2018. All duly registered residents of the Bainbridge Fire District shall be eligible to vote. Candidates for District office shall file their names with the Secretary of the Bainbridge Fire District at the Bainbridge Fire Station no later than November 20, 2013. Sandra K. Zorda Fire District Secretary Bainbridge Fire District 11-21(1w)c REAL ESTATE FOR SALE BUILDING FOR SALE Offered for $249,000 10,800-square-foot steel building located on approximately 2 1/2 acres in the Sidney Industrial Park. Mix of manufacturing and office space. For details e-mail to: [email protected] EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Fair Housing Act which makes it illegal to advertise “any preference limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, or national origin, or an intention to make any such preference.” Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women, and people securing custody of children under the age of 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To complain of discrimination call HUD toll-free at 1-800-669-9777. The toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-543-8294. WANTED TO BUY HURLBURT COIN AND PAPER - Buying old U.S. gold, silver and copper coins, paper currency. Also buying antique fishing lures, gold and silver pocket watches. Cash offers. Appraisals. Ken - 607235-2818. 12-4wtfc SERVICES OFFERED HOLIDAY CLEANING appointments available. Busy Beaver Cleaning Service. Weekly, monthly, one time. Est. 2003. Impeccable references, fully insured. 607431-3182 busybeaverclean@ gmail.com 12-5(8w)c REGISTERED NURSE: School nurse to provide health monitoring and first aid for students in school setting. Experience with multiply disabled students and related medical procedures preferred. NYS RN license required. $19.98 to $21.92 per hour, depending on experience. Excellent benefits, NYS Employees Retirement System. Apply by 11/29: Personnel, DCMO BOCES, 6678 Co Rd 32, Norwich, NY 13815. www.dcmoboces.com 11-21(1w)c LEGAL NOTICE The Tri-Town News CLASSIFIED ADS $4.50 $4.50 per week for the first 20 words, 5¢ for each word over 20 words Fill out and mail this coupon with your payment to the Classified Department, PO Box 208, Sidney, NY 13838, or call us at 561-3526 to place an ad. All ads must be in our hands by Monday at 5 p.m. for Thursday’s paper. 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Bachelors or Associates degree in liberal arts preferred. Good computer skills. Anticipated full time, 10 months, Harrold Campus, Route 206 near Masonville. Apply by 11/29: Personnel, DCMO BOCES, 6678 Co Rd 32, Norwich, NY 13815. www.dcmoboces.com 11-21(1w)c x 5¢ = ________ + $4.50 = subtotal __________ x No. of weeks __________ = TOTAL ENCLOSED ________________ The Afton Glenwood Cemetery Association is accepting sealed bids for a 1999 Chevrolet Silverado, 2 wheel drive, 6 foot box white pickup truck. Sealed bids will be accepted until Wednesday, December 11, 2013. Sealed bids can be mailed to Afton Glenwood Cemetery, P.O. Box 14, Afton, NY 13730. Bids will be opened at 10:00 a.m. on December, 12, 2013. Truck can be seen by calling the sexton, Charlie Holdrege at (607) 3431908. The board has the right to reject all bids. 11-28(2w)c E-mail Legal Notices to: ttnews@tritownnews. com before Monday at 5 p.m. LEGAL NOTICE The annual meeting of the Afton Driving Park and Agricultural Association, Inc. will be held Monday, November 25, 2013 in the Water Control Office at The Afton Fair Grounds, Afton NY. The meeting will start at 7 p.m. The purpose of the meeting is to elect four (4) directors for a three (3) year term each, also to conduct any business pertaining to the Afton Driving Park and Agricultural Association, Inc. Secretary of the Afton Driving Park and Agricultural Association, John W. Niles 11-21(2w)c LEGAL NOTICE Notice is hereby given that the GENERAL ELECTION for the Village of Afton, NY, will be held Tuesday, March 18, 2014. Officers to be elected are: 2 – Trustee for 4 Year Terms. Mayor – 4 Year Term. Nominating petitions will be available at the Village Clerks Office during regular business hours beginning Thursday, January 2, 2014. 11-21(1w)c LEGAL NOTICE AFTON FIRE DISTRICT 15 SPRING STREET AFTON, NEW YORK NOTICE OF ANNUAL ELECTION TOWN OF AFTON FIRE DISTRICT AFTON, CHENANGO CO., NEW YORK The annual election of the Afton Fire District will be held on Tuesday, December 10, 2013 at the Afton Fire Station, 15 Spring Street, from 6 pm to 9 pm for the purpose of electing one (1) Fire Commissioner for a term of five (5) years and one (1) Fire District Treasurer for a term of Three (3) years. All duly registered residents of the Afton Fire District shall be eligible to vote. All candidates for office must submit their names to the district secretary no later than November 27, 2013 at 11:59 pm. Peter C. Vail, Fire District Secretary Afton Fire District 11-21(1w)c LEGAL NOTICE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE, that at a regular meeting of the Town Board of the Town of Unadilla, in the County of Otsego, New York, held at the Unadilla Town Hall in said Town on November 7, 2013, a resolution authorizing an expenditure from an equipment reserve fund was approved, subject to a permissive referendum. An abstract of the resolution follows: The resolution approved the expenditure of up to $56,000 from an equipment reserve fund for highway equipment for the purchase of a 2014 truck, including the upfitting of the truck. The resolution was adopted by a vote of 4 to 0 and is subject to a permissive referendum. Dated: November 7, 2013 Terry L. Yoder, Town Clerk Town of Unadilla 11-21(1w)c Call 607-561-3526 to place YOUR Classified Ad! PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that a public hearing will be held by the Town Board of the Town of Unadilla on Tuesday, December 10, 2013, at 6:30 p.m. at the Town Hall, 1648 NYS Route 7, Unadilla, New York, regarding the adoption of Local Law No. 2 of the Town of Unadilla for the year 2013, entitled “A Local Law Amending Local Law No. 1 of 2012, Local Road Use and Preservation Law, to Update Program Manual.” A copy of the proposed Local Law is on file and may be examined in the office of the Town Clerk. The environmental significance of the adoption of the proposed local law, if any, will be considered by the Town Board following the public hearing. Persons with disabilities, who require assistance in attending said public hearing, or in furnishing comments and suggestions, should contact the undersigned to request such assistance. Communications in writing in relation thereto may be filed with the Village Board or at such public hearing. Dated: November 7, 2013 Terry L. Yoder Town Clerk Town of Unadilla 11-21(1w)c THE DEADLINE FOR ALL ADS AND ARTICLES IS MONDAY AT 5 P.M. LEGAL NOTICE TOWN OF AFTON HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT WINTER PROCEDURES The Town of Afton Highway Department wishes to keep the town’s highways in passable condition during the winter months. Any obstructions located in the Town’s right of way may hinder the ability of snow removal and storage. In an attempt to clear roads, the drivers try to be careful not to damage any obstruction in the right of way. However, that is not always possible. Any damage to mail boxes and fences when the Highway Department is maintaining the roads during the winter, will not be repaired or replaced by the Town. Therefore, the repairs will be at the owner’s expense. Vehicles parked on the Town right of way are also a hindrance when clearing winter road conditions. An attempt will be made to contact the owners in order that the vehicles can be moved. However if the Town Highway Department is unable to reach the owner, the vehicle(s) will be towed at the owners’ expense. Seasonal Roads Notice is hereby given that the Town of Afton Highway Superintendent L. Shultis, has designated the following roads as “Seasonal Roads”. These roads will not be maintained from November 1, 2013 through May 1 2014. Lingee Road from Melondy Hill Road to the dead end and Oxbow Road from the turnaround to I88 (Signs have been posted in these areas). 11-21(1w)c LEGAL NOTICE The 2012-2013 Financial Audit report of the Sidney Memorial Public Library and IRS Form 990 (return of Organization Exempt from Income Tax) are available for taxpayer inspection at the Sidney Memorial Public Library. Monday through Thursday 9 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Friday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. 11-21(1w)c LEGAL NOTICE The following roads in the Town of Masonville are designated as seasonal by the Highway Superintendent from December 1, 2013 to May 1, 2014: Thorp Hill, Beals Pond Road, Steam Mill Road, Gould Dean, Morman Hollow Road and Lake Cecil Road. Dated: November 17, 2013 Chuck Smith Highway Superintendent Town of Masonville 11-28(2w)c Check out our website: www.tritownnews. com for back issues, subscription forms, blank score sheets, submission information and more! Tri-Town News — Thursday, November 21, 2013— 19 POLICE BLOTTER Delaware County Sheriff Nov. 7 - Deputies arrested three local residents on Sealed Indictment Warrants issued by the Delaware County Court. The arrests were made as part of the Delaware County Sheriff’s office ongoing effort to identify and prosecute illicit drug dealers in the Delaware County area. Amy Mills, 42 years old, of Franklin, was charged with two counts of fifth degree criminal sale of a controlled substance, class D Felonies. Mills allegedly sold prescription medications on at least two occasions. Mills was arraigned in the Delaware County Court and remanded to the Delaware County Correctional Facility in lieu of $5,000 cash bail or $10,000 insured bond. Stephanie Townsend, 39 years old, of Sidney, was charged with three counts of fifth degree criminal sale of a controlled substance, class D Felonies, and James Townsend, 45 years old, also of Sidney, was charged with one count of fifth degree criminal sale of a controlled substance, a class D Felony. Stephanie Townsend allegedly sold prescription medications on at least three occasions, and James Townsend allegedly sold prescription medications on at least one occasion. Both suspects were arraigned in the Delaware County Court and remanded to the Delaware County Correctional Facility with no bail. Deputies were assisted in the investigation and arrests by members of the Village of Sidney Police Department. New York State Police Nov. 9 - Troopers at SP Sid- ney arrested James Farischon, 47, of Afton, for driving while intoxicated. The arrest resulted from a vehicle traffic law stop on State Highway 41 in Afton. Farischon refused to submit to a chemical test. He was arraigned in the Afton Town Court and was released to appear on Dec. 23. Nov. 12 - State Police at SP Oneonta arrested Andrea E. Hitchcock, 46, of Sidney, for driving while intoxicated with a reportable BAC of .15%. The arrest resulted from a vehicle and traffic law stop on I-88 in Sidney. Hitchcock was issued tickets returnable to the Sidney Town Court. Nov. 15 - Troopers at SP Sidney arrested Katrina M. Ellis-Seymoure, 23, of Walton, for driving while impaired by drugs and the Class E felony of driving while intoxicated with a child less than 16 years of age in the vehicle. While responding to a report of an erratic operator, state police observed Ellis-Seymoure weaving out of her lane and stopped her on County Route 21 in Franklin. The investigation determined that she was driving while impaired by prescription medication. Ellis-Seymoure also had her four-year-old child in the vehicle with her at that time. She consented to blood test to determine her drug content with the results pending. Ellis-Seymoure was issued tickets returnable in the Franklin Town court on Dec. 12. Sidney Police Arrests Nov. 8 - Jose Bettancourt, 34, of Sidney for second degree aggravated unlicensed operator. Nov. 10 - Joseph Martinez, 39, of Sidney, for felony DWI and first degree aggravated unlicensed operator, felony. Nov. 12 - Michael Nodine , 27, of Sidney, for second degree harassment. Michael Schermerhorn, 24, of Bainbridge for second degree harassment. Samantha DeCutler, 24, of Bainbridge, for second degree harassment. Nov. 14 - Karen Hoover, 44, of Port Crane, for first degree falsifying business records, petit larceny, second degree forgery and 60 counts of fifth degree conspiracy. Tosha Oleniacz, 26, of Harpursville, for first degree falsifying business records, petit larceny, second degree forgery and 69 counts of fifth degree conspiracy. Nov. 18 - Nathan Ralston Huyck, 26, of Sidney, for third degree assault. Help Available For Families HAMDEN – Help is now available for families who are living below 125% of poverty and who are struggling to achieve a higher standard of living. The Delaware Opportunities Family Development Program provides a staff member to help families design and implement a plan to meet family goals as well as directing families to resources available to help families achieve their goals. The program is voluntary, confidential and home based. To learn more about the program, families should contact the Delaware Opportunities Family Development Program at 746-1715. 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