Kelli Miller

Michael Foor-Pessin, Vice-Chair of the Otselic Valley Fishing and Heritage Association, holds two books, “Land of the Oneidas” by Daniel Koch and “Drums Along The Mohawk” by Walter D. Edmond. The books will be read during a free two part reading program: from 4 to 8 p.m., July 31, at the Chenango County Historical Society Museum, located at 45 Rexford Street.(Photo by Michael Foor-Pessin)

Sister Sparrow and The Dirty Birds will take the stage at 7 p.m., Thursday, August 1, in East Park, located at 1 South Broad Street. This marks the fourth performance of the NBT Bank Free Summer Concert Series season. (Submitted photo from Chenango Blues Festival webpage)

Sharing is caring! Our F is for Figs Preschool Worksheets are a fun and colorful way for young learners to learn about the Letter F.

Last year, a 4-H participant prepared to show her animal in the Chenango County 4-H Livestock Auction. This year, about 20 animals will be up for auction by 4-H youth at 6 p.m., Friday, August 9, in the Follett show ring at the Chenango County Fairgrounds located at 168 East Main Street. (Submitted Photo)

Recently, an evening of celebration took place at the Canasawacta Country Club, marking the 100th year of the Norwich Rotary Club. Former Norwich Rotary President Ann Smith and President elect Catrina Ruling with certificate from Rotary International, marking their milestone. (Submitted photo)

NEW BERLIN — The New Berlin Cultural Center (NBCC) Summer Youth Program is striving once again to bring a blend of activities such as dance, exercise, art and healthy meals to children in the area, ensuring a positive environment for all participants and team members.

Last year, loyal blues fans crowded together to enjoy soulful bluesy music filling the air at the Chenango Blues Festival. This year, The Blues Festival celebrates its 31st year and begins at 5 p.m., Friday, August 16 and 10 a.m., Saturday, August 17, at the Chenango County Fairgrounds, located at 168 East Main Street. (Submitted photo)

On August 4, a simple kayak adventure gave way to a once in a million rare bird sighting at Balsam Pond in Chenango County. Mike DeWispelaere ID'd the immature bird beyond its plumage and found it to be a Pomarine Jaeger. The Jaeger species is mostly coastal and has only been sighted three times in Central New York. (Photo by Mike DeWispelaere)

Drivers for Chenango County Area Agency on Aging stand next to one of the three recently purchased vehicles for meal deliveries. The fleet of new vehicles allows the agency freedom and less time constraint as they continue to expand delivery routes, reaching more elderly people in the community. (Submitted photo)

The newest agenda under Promote Oxford Now housing project is the house renovation located at 52 North Washington in Oxford. New York Roofers tore off and installed the new roof in 15 hours. The house should be on the market in early spring 2025. (Submitted photo)