4everBods Fitness Club Remains Committed to Senior Wellness While Encouraging Greater Community Engagement

DELANSON & MIDDLEBURGH – At 4everBods Fitness, we believe that fitness has no age limit, and we're proud to be part of your wellness journey through our Silver Sneakers and Renew Active programs. These partnerships allow us to offer you access to our state-of-the-art facilities, group fitness classes, and supportive community at no cost to you – because we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest, most vibrant life. 

Your Participation Powers Our Partnership 

We want to share something important with you: these valuable insurance-funded programs operate on a simple principle – the more you use your membership, the more we can continue to offer these services to our entire senior community. When you check in and participate in activities, it directly supports the sustainability of these programs at our facility. 

Currently, we're seeing lower engagement than we'd hoped for, and we want to ensure you understand how much your active participation means – not just for your personal health, but for the continuation of these vital community resources. 

We're Here to Support Your Success 

We understand that starting or maintaining a fitness routine can feel overwhelming, especially if you're new to our facility or returning to exercise after a break. That's exactly why we're here to help: 

● Personalized Orientation: Our staff is ready to give you a comprehensive tour and help you feel comfortable in our space 

● Beginner-Friendly Classes: We offer modified programs specifically designed for all fitness levels 

● Flexible Scheduling: With extended hours and varied class times, there's always an opportunity that fits your schedule 

● Social Connection: Meet like-minded community members who share your commitment to healthy aging 

Your Health Investment Pays Forward

Every time you walk through our doors, you're not just investing in your own strength, mobility, and wellbeing – you're helping ensure that these programs remain available for current and future members in our community. Your participation helps us demonstrate to insurance partners that our senior community values and utilizes these benefits. 

Take the Next Step Today 

We encourage all Silver Sneakers and Renew Active members to: 

● Visit us this week and check in at the front desk 

● Try a new group fitness class or explore different areas of our facilities ● Bring a friend who might benefit from these programs 

● Speak with our staff about creating a routine that excites and motivates you Our Commitment to You 

We remain dedicated to serving our senior community and want nothing more than to see these programs thrive. Your active participation ensures we can continue offering this valuable service while maintaining the high-quality facilities and programming you deserve. 

The path to wellness is a journey we're honored to share with you. Let's work together to keep these doors open and these programs strong for years to come. 

Ready to Get Started? 

Stop by during staffed hours, call us at 518-902-4232, or visit www.4everbods.com to select your location and learn more about maximizing your membership benefits. Our team is standing by to help you succeed. 

Remember: Your membership is completely free to you, but your participation is priceless to our entire community. 

Contact Information: Lauren & Chris Davis, Owners. 

4everBods Fitness Club | 221 Victoria Drive, Delanson, NY 12053. 518-902-4232. www.4everbods.com

 

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Franklin Girls Win Third Mayors Cup Title

By Liz Page

STAMFORD - Franklin shutout host Stamford/Jefferson 3-0 in Saturday's Stamford Mayors Cup Soccer Tournament to take the championship cup home.

Shannon Kingsbury did all the damage, scoring a hat trick in the opening half. The first  goal came off a head ball from teammate Zaeda Beadle less than five minutes into the game. Her second was scored unassisted on a long  powerful blast with 6:36 to go in the half. Her final goal came with just eight seconds on the clock before the half off assist from teammate Irene Cox.

Stamford had a couple of good attempts, but was unable to finish a ball in the goal.

Franklin Coach Gerald Laing told his Lady Purple Devils that they should be proud to win this historic tournament. "It was well done today. This is our best game of the season so far. They played their most complete game. They kept the ball up front and attacked and our defense played much cleaner today."

While his team had trouble with a few things, overall he was very happy with the way they played. This was their third win of the Mayors Cup in five years.

In other action on Saturday, Charlotte Valley/Schenevus defeated Laurens 4-1 to finish third in the tournament in a game that ended early in the second half due to an injury. Jordan Odell paced CV/S with a pair of goals while Hayden Marino added one goal and one assist and Carleigh Reed added one goal and Charlotte Barrett added on assist. Makenzie Louden scored the lone Laurens goals with an assist from Kyrah Andredes. 

In the fifth place consolation game, South Kortright/Andes defeated Margaretville 3-0. Nora Trimbell connected on two goals to lead the charge and Carlee Dropp added a single goal.

Named to the all-star team in the annual Stamford Mayors Cup Soccer Tournament were, the following:

Carlee Dropp -South Kortright/Andes;  Luna Eves - Margaretville; Marja Cudemo - Gilboa/Roxbury; Ryleigh Williams - Laurens; Carleigh Reed and Jordan Odell - Charlotte Valley/Schenevus; McKenna Hoyt , Abigail Villanueva and Emma Hendrickson - Stamford/Jefferson;  Peyton Woodard, Zaeda Beadle, Shannon Kingsbury, Irene Cox and Adaline Coulter - Franklin.

 

The Franklin Lady Purple Devils pose with their Stamford Mayors Cup Soccer Trophy after defeating the host team Stamford/Jefferson 3-0 in Saturday's championship game at Archibald Field.

Franklin's Irene Cox (19) looks to keep control as  S/J's  Brooke Col (6)  applies defensive pressure and Franklin's Naydine Gilson (18)  gets ready for a pass in Saturday's Mayors Cup championship. Franklin won it 3-0.

 

Franklin's Alyssa Noble (8) looks to redirect the ball in action against host S/J in the Stamford Mayors Cup Championship on Saturday as Brooke Cole (6) moves into the play.

S/J's Emily Eklund (1) settles the ball as Franklin's Zoe Boven (4) gets ready to move in during Stamford Mayors Cup championship action on SaturdayFranklin won it 3-0.

Franklin's Naydine Gilson (18) looks to settle a throw in as S/J  moves in to protect the goal and Franklin's Payton Woodward (2) looks for the feed in Saturday'sStamford Mayors Cup championship. Franklin won first.

 

 

 

 

 

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Local History - Hobart 125 Years Ago

By Wildert Marte

HOBART — On this very week 125 years ago, Hobart was a village brimming with activity, its streets lined with businesses, its churches and schools in full swing, and its people gathering news that today reads like a living time capsule.

The Independent of September 15, 1900, carried columns of reports “briefly told,” yet together they painted a vivid picture of life in the Catskills at the dawn of the new century. There was news of roof repairs on the Rexmere, of J.B. Stevenson building an ice pond on his farm, and of St. Peter’s Episcopal Church baptizing several children in a well-attended Sunday service. Train schedules, community concerts, and the bustle of fairs in Oneonta all showed how Hobart was closely tied to both local routines and the wider region.

Perhaps the most striking news was the announcement of a new barn at the Commercial Hotel. The old livery barn was to be torn down and replaced with a “spacious structure” two stories high, with a basement and carriage yard. As the paper declared, Hobart was climbing upward, and its citizens were urged to lend support so the village could boast a modern, up-to-date hotel complex.The Hobart Water Company also met that week, planning improvements such as cleaning reservoirs, installing new filters, and even putting meters on users’ lines so customers would be charged by the amount consumed. It was described as a “fair and square deal to everybody,” a reminder that issues of infrastructure and equity have long shaped small-town governance.

Other notices carried the small rhythms of daily life. Charles McMorris went squirrel hunting on Mount Bob, spent all his ammunition shooting at crows, and then almost mockingly, spotted a dozen squirrels he could no longer shoot. Excursion trains to the Oneonta Fair carried hundreds of passengers, with 161 tickets sold in Hobart alone on Wednesday, the “big day.” Crowds were so heavy that some were left at stations for lack of space. The Cascade Hose Company held its annual meeting, electing new members and officers, while the Independent’s society pages reported visits among neighbors: Miss Jane Robinson in Oneonta, Mrs. Agnes Miller visiting from Bovina, and Rev. A.A. Walker purchasing a fine rubber-tired carriage at Catskill. The village was small, but its network of comings and goings stretched wide.

Hobart was not without culture. A concert at Grant’s Opera House, hosted by the Catskill Mountain Symphony, was hailed as “without doubt the finest musical entertainment ever given in this village.” The soprano Louise Cooke and violinist Enos Johnson won hearts, while the orchestra under Dr. B.W. Landon earned fresh laurels. Even in 1900, the arts were valued as part of village life, with net receipts of about $26 a tidy sum for a rural community. Though much of the issue centered on Hobart itself, world and state news flowed into the village via the Independent. Professor Duncan Campbell Lee of Bovina stirred up the Democratic state convention in Saratoga by challenging the ice trust, a monopoly that drove up prices on a necessity of daily life. In nearby Stamford, farmers resisted signing contracts with Borden Condensed Milk Company, seeking higher prices for their milk to offset feed costs and shortages of hay. The Independent even noted curious items: a junk dealer could profit by gathering the many hats and whiskey bottles dropped along the Ulster & Delaware tracks by fairgoers, and in North Kortright, lightning struck a farmhouse, temporarily paralyzing a young woman.

Reading Hobart’s newspaper from September 15, 1900, you can see a small town full of energy and moving forward, while still built on everyday life like farming, church, and neighbors helping each other. Ads for corsets, floor paint, and fall hats were printed right next to stories about train accidents, concerts, and church events. The people of Hobart 125 years ago cared about many of the same things we do today: fair prices, safe roads and water, good schools, and living in a strong, supportive community. Back then, the Independent told its readers to “push hard” for Hobart's future. That history shows us how, over the years, people in town have always worked to keep Hobart moving forward.

 

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INDICTMENT IN ATTEMPTED ARSON AND ASSAULT

 

DELHI — Delaware County District Attorney Shawn  

J. Smith announced the seven-count indictment of Arthur Cotten, 46 of Sidney on September 12, 

in Delaware County Court.  

It is alleged that on July 19, 2025, Mr. Cotten attempted  

to use gasoline to assault and injure two responding  

Sidney Police officers who were responding to a domestic  

dispute at his home. Prior to their arrival, Cotten had  

caused significant damage to the home that does not  

belong to him by using a crowbar. Other items were also  

damaged.  

Count One of the indictment alleges Attempted Arson in  

the 2nd degree, a Class C Felony. It is alleged that on or about July 19, 2025, Cotten did attempt  to intentionally damage a building by starting a fire while the circumstances were such as to  render the presence of another person who was not a participant in the crime in such building a  reasonable possibility. 

Count Two alleges Attempted Assault in the First Degree, A class C Felony. It is alleged that on  July 19, 2025, Cotten did attempt to cause serious physical injury to another person by means of  a dangerous weapon.  

Count Three alleges Reckless Endangerment in the 1st Degree, a Class D Felony. It is alleged  that on or about July 19, 2025, Cotten did recklessly engage in conduct which created a grave  risk of another person.  

Count Four alleges Criminal Possession of a Dangerous Weapon in the 1st Degree, a Class B  felony. It is alleged that on or about July 19, 2025, Cotten knowingly possess an explosive  substance with intent to use the same unlawfully against the person or property of another. 

Count Five alleges Resisting Arrest, a class A misdemeanor. It is alleged that on July 19, 2025,  Cotten did attempt to prevent a police officer from effecting an authorize arrest of himself.

Count Six alleges Obstructing Governmental Administration I the Second Degree, a Class A  Misdemeanor. It is alleged that on July 19, 2025, Cotten did intentionally prevent or attempt to  prevent a public servant from performing an official function by means of intimidation, physical  force or interference.  

Finally, Count Seven alleges Menacing in the Second Degree, a Class A Misdemeanor. It is  alleged that on July 19, 2025, Cotton did intentionally place or attempt to place another person in  reasonable fear of physical injury by displaying a dangerous instrument.  

District Attorney commended Officers Terry and Nordberg of the Sidney Police for their calm  under pressure and bravery for engaging the suspect.  

Chief Assistant District Attorney Richard Northrup presented the matter before the Grand Jury. 

Indictments and Criminal Complaints are allegations. All defendants are presumed  innocent unless proven guilty.  

Shawn J. Smith  

District Attorney  

Delaware County 

 

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Christmas Feeling Needs A Boost

STAMFORD  –  Another appeal is going out for the annual Christmas Feeling Fund which is still $10,200 short of its $35,000 goal.

This is the time of year when George Bergleitner, founder, gets nervous about reaching the goal and being able to pay for the toys and warm jackets that are now arriving. 

To date, the Fund has raised $25,600. 

Food, warm clothing and gifts will be distributed on December  13 from the Presbyterian Church. "The toys and jackets have arrived," said Bergleitner. "The wrapping paper is here. The only thing remaining is to purchase the hams and turkeys."

The fund involves many people, organizations and businesses year after year, for more than 50 years, to provide a better holiday for their neighbors. 

Last year, the CFF provided assistance to more than 160 families, which extended to 500 people in the region at Christmastime. In addition, they were able to provide emergency winter relief to some.

Bergleitner said no amount is too small. He said they are also appreciative of any clothing, toys, non-perishable food or other suitable items you may be able to provide.

Year after year he is impressed by the generosity of the greater community. Most of the donations CFF receives come from individuals. They, along with all the others, including a wide-ranging list of volunteers and organizations, make it happen. It truly is a community-based project that continues to help families at a time when they most need it, bringing some relief and cheer.

He also reminds everyone that their donation is tax deductible and no administrative costs are deducted from your contribution.

Checks may be made out to Christmas Feeling Fund, 108 Main Street, Stamford, NY 12167. If you have any questions, you may call 607-652-3311.

 

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Citations for Alleged Underage Liquor Sales

DELAWARE COUNTY — On September 5, New York State Police conducted an Underage Drinking Detail in Delaware County.

Three business were not in compliance:

Stewarts Shops, Lake Street, Stamford.

Margaretville Liquor Store, Main Street, Margaretville.

Margaretville Wine & Liquor, State Highway 28, Arkville.

As a result, an employees at each of the three establishments was issued an appearance ticket for the violation under the New York State ABC Law of Prohibited Sale of Alcohol to a Person Under 21.   

The following seven business are recognized for their compliance:

Sunoco, Harper Street, Stamford.

Mirabito, Main Street, Hobart.

Roxbury Wine & Spirits, State Highway 30, Roxbury.

Sunoco, State Highway 30, Roxbury.

Sunoco, Main Street, Margaretville.

Speedway, State Highway 28, Margaretville.

It’s Five O’Clock Somewhere, Main Street, Stamford.

During these investigations, businesses are checked utilizing a Trooper in plain clothes and one or several underage operatives who cannot lie about their age or provide a false date of birth (if asked).

 

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Delaware County District Attorney Shout-Out - ADA Rachael Collins

District Attorney Shawn Smith and the Delaware County District Attorney’s office want to extend a warm welcome to our new Assistant District Attorney, Rachael Collins. 

Mrs. Collins is a native of Australia but moved permanently to the United States in 2005. The pandemic allowed Rachael and her family the opportunity to move to Delaware County in 2021.

Rachael obtained her BSC and LLB (equivalent of Bachelors and JD) at the University of New South Wales in Sydney, Australia. She was an associate professor in criminal law and administrative law at Deacon University in Melbourne Australia.  After that she became an associate to a Judge in the High Court of Australia. This would be equivalent to being a clerk for the United States Supreme court.  She has a Masters of Law from Columbia Law and a Masters of Ethics from the Australian Catholic University. She also began a doctoral program at Oxford University in England. 

Mrs. Collins says that she is delighted to serve her community and has begun working diligently to learn the intricacies of our local systems. We are extremely excited to have her in Delhi. Please join us in welcoming her aboard!

 

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Community Focus Group on Hepatitis C Coming to Delaware County

HAMDEN  — Cornell Cooperative Extension of Delaware County, in partnership with the New York State Department of Health, invites local residents and health professionals to take part in an important community focus group on hepatitis C awareness, testing, treatment, and prevention.

Hepatitis C is a curable disease, yet many people remain unaware of their status, and too few receive treatment. Rural communities in New York face disproportionately high rates of hepatitis C. In 2023, Delaware County and surrounding counties reported 29.4 cases per 100,000 people, compared to the statewide rate of 25.7. To address this concern, New York State has set the ambitious goal of eliminating hepatitis C as a public health problem by 2030.

The Bureau of Hepatitis Health Care and Epidemiology is hosting a series of in-person focus groups across rural New York. These discussions aim to gather input from health care providers, community leaders, and residents about current knowledge, strengths, and barriers to hepatitis C testing, treatment, and cure.

A focus group for Delaware, Schoharie, and Greene Counties will be held on:

    Monday, October 6, 2025

    11:00 AM – 12:30 PM

    Community Room, Delaware Opportunities

    35430 State Highway 10, Hamden, NY 13782

Light refreshments will be provided. Space is limited, and registration is required. Details can be found in the attached flyer or by contacting the NYS Department of Health at hepatabc@health.ny.gov.

“By working together, we can raise awareness, reduce barriers, and ensure more people get tested and treated,” said Colleen Flanigan, RN, MS, Director of the Bureau of Hepatitis Health Care and Epidemiology.

“This is an important opportunity for our community to lend its voice and help shape strategies that directly impact rural health,” said Dove Karn, MS, CAS, Human Ecology Team Leader at Cornell Cooperative Extension of Delaware County.

 

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CR-18 in Delhi Closing Sept. 23 & 24

DELHI — The Delaware County Department of Public Works will be closing CR 18 in the Village of Delhi and Town of Delhi to through traffic from 7:00 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday, September 23rd and Wednesday, September 24th to replace a cross pipe.  The closure will be between Del Side Drive and Del Side Drive.  The road will be open by the end of the day.  

The traveling public should use alternate routes.

Thank you for your attention to this matter.

 

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Dairymen Triumph at Pidgeon Pennant

SAUGERTIES — Last Saturday, the Bovina Dairymen and Mountain Athletic Club of Fleischmanns traveled to Glasco Firemen’s Park in the Town of Saugerties for a triple-header of nineteenth century base ball hosted by the Brickmaker Base Ball Club of Saugerties. The annual event, now in its third year, was named the Pigeon Pennant in honor of Frank Pidgeon - a pioneer ship-builder, among the best pitchers of the 1850’s, and founder of the Eckford Base Ball of Brooklyn in 1855. The event began with a M.A.C. win over the hosts, followed by a M.A.C. loss in a very competitive game with the Dairymen. The day wrapped up with another Dairymen win over the Brickmakers.

The three teams will join 8 more vintage clubs from the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic Regions at the Cowtown Scramble Vintage Base Ball Festival on October 4-5, 2025 in Bovina Center. For more information, visit

https://www.delcovintagebaseball.org/festival.

 

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Daria Grace and the Pre-War Ponies in Bovina Oct. 4

BOVINA – Livestock Foundation is thrilled to announce that Daria Grace and the Pre-War Ponies will play live on Saturday, October 4, at Creamery Park Pavilion in Bovina. Music starts at 5:30 PM, and it is FREE to attend.

The Pre-War Ponies was formed in 2007 by Daria Grace, who wanted to put to use her growing collection of sheet music and repertoire of not-quite hits from the 20s, 30s and 40s.  She quickly recruited her old friend, trombonist and soprano uke player J. Walter Hawkes to be a part of the madness, and they have become the core duo of the band.

The Pre-War Ponies see no reason to re-hash standards that have already been done so beautifully so many times; they like to dig a little deeper. You have likely heard of Cole Porter, Irving Berlin, and Johnny Mercer, but you probably haven't heard some of their underrated chestnuts. There are plenty of gems from that golden era by the likes of Fred Ahlert, Joe Young, Chas Tobias, and Eddie Jones, none of whom are exactly household names, but maybe should be.

The concert is part of the fifth annual Cowtown Scramble vintage baseball festival, where 11 teams from 6 states face off over two days, Saturday and Sunday, October 4 & 5. There will be BBQ for sale from Baby Smoker all day Saturday during the games from 10 AM to 5:30 PM, and during the concert from 5:30 PM to 7 PM.

Location: Creamery Park Pavilion, 1394 County Highway 6, Bovina, NY 13740

Website: livestockfoundation.org

Social media: @livestockfoundation, @prewarponies, @babysmoker.nyc 

 

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