Webb students participate in Herkimer County Gov. Intern program
The 4-H Government Intern Program, sponsored by the Herkimer County Legislature and administered by Cornell Cooper-ative Extension 4-H Youth Development Program of Herkimer County, recently concluded...
View ArticleStillwater Fire Tower: Enthusiastic volunters sought for project completion;...
by Jim Fox After this not-so-hard winter, Friends of the Stillwater Fire Tower (FSFT) are geared up to finish work on the tower by 4th of July weekend for our official opening. We have lots of work...
View ArticleMatt Phaneuf & Hayley Ireland welcome daughter Aubree Faith
Matthew Phanuef and Hayley Macholl Ireland announce the birth of their baby daughter Aubree Faith Phaneuf born on March 26, 2016. She weighed 5 lbs., 3 oz. and measured 19 3/4-inches long. Grandparents...
View ArticleFern Bick places third in 4-H district competition
The North Central District 4-H Public Presentation event was held Saturday, April 16 at Cornell Cooperative Extension Oneida. Sixteen presenters from five counties shared their demonstrations...
View ArticleInlet Hunt was eggcellent time for kids of all ages
by Margie O’Hara For many years, the Inlet Youth Commission has sponsored an annual Easter egg hunt for children 12 and younger. That event took place this year on Saturday, April 9, somewhat after...
View ArticleTown of Webb UFSD Board of Education meets April 19th; Superintendent Germer...
The Town of Webb UFSD Board of Education held a meeting on Tuesday, April 19, 2016, where it took the following action*. Approved the Minutes of April 5, 2016 Board of Education meeting. Approved the...
View ArticleMany rewards come in serving with our local emergency providers
Become part of the Old Forge Fire Dept. volunteer family: Are you looking to help your community while also helping yourself? The Old Forge Fire Department/ Ambulance Corp is looking to recruit new...
View ArticleCapturing Space: Turning a house’s upper level into habitable area
by Andrew Getty Using that extra space in upper levels for habitable living areas having low profile roofs is a popular thing to do. Determining how much area can be used properly will depend on the...
View ArticleHolly Kalil planning to study physical therapy at Utica College
by Gina Greco Town of Webb senior Holly Kalil, 18, transferred to Webb school from Inlet Common School in the seventh grade. In the fall, she is planning on attending Utica College to study Physical...
View ArticleCasey Hamlin to study Poli-Sci at U. of South Carolina
by Gina Greco Town of Webb senior Casey Hamlin, 18, moved to Old Forge from Canastota about ten years ago. He said after the death of his father, Chuck, they decided to make a new start and move closer...
View ArticleTrump, Sanders tops with local voters in NYS Presidential Primaries
by Marianne Christy Area voters took to the polls on Tuesday, April 19 to weigh-in on their candidate of choice in the New York state Democrat and Republican presidential primaries. Herkimer County...
View ArticleEd Girtler honored as founding member of child protection program
Safe Inc. of Schenectady held its Annual Garden Party on Saturday evening, April 16 at George’s Market and Nursery in Latham, NY to celebrate its 30 years of existence and to honor the program’s...
View ArticleAd’k Center for Writing seeks applications for Anne LaBastille residency
The Adirondack Center for Writing is seeking applicants for the Anne LaBastille Memorial Writer Residency which will be held at Twitchell Lake from October 8 through 22, 2016. The point of this...
View ArticleCard of thanks
I am overwhelmed with your cards, notes and good wishes sent for my birthday. It all goes to prove what warm, gracious people you all are and makes one more reason why I appreciate, thank you and send...
View ArticleOld Forge Library awarded arts grant
Isabella Worthen, Old Forge Library Director and Program Chairman of the Friends of the Old Forge Library, received the CNY/Arts 2016 Poetry and Illustration award at the 2016 Community Arts Grants...
View ArticleTown of Webb P.D. reports recent enforcement activity
The Town of Webb Police Department has reported the following recent law enforcement activity. A 29-year-old Fayetteville woman was charged with Speed in Zone and Aggravated Unlicensed Operation 3rd...
View ArticleLocal Volunteer Fire & Emergency Open Houses set this weekend
by Marianne Christy If you have ever thought about becoming a volunteer firefighter, emergency medical responder, a driver, or social member of the Otter Lake, Old Forge, or Woodgate Fire Departments,...
View ArticleGet hooked: Inlet Historical Society to host 2nd Annual Bass Derby
by Adele Burnett The Inlet Historical Society is proud to announce the 2nd Annual Inlet Bass Derby and the society’s role as new host for the event on Sunday, June 26th, 2016. The Derby allows for...
View ArticleCable merger: Broadband opportunities to expand in northern NY
by Nick Rose The State of New York is about to approve a business merger between Time Warner Cable and Charter Cable with conditions being set that would bring benefit to northern New York. The merger...
View ArticleSHARP Youths…
Town of Webb school kindergartners regularly visit the Senior Health Activities and Recreation Program (SHARP) on Wednesdays for intergenerational interaction, reading and other activities.
View ArticleFeeding foxes…
While walking in the woods, local wildlife photographer Sue Kiesel had a rare opportunity to photograph a mother red fox and her litter of kits feeding outside their den.
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