http://www.thedailystar.com en-us Copyright CNHI All Rights Reserved. 5 Mon, 09 Nov 2009 08:08:00 +0000 http://www.thedailystar.com/editorials/local_story_313040006.html http://www.thedailystar.com/editorials/local_story_313040006.html Imagine getting penalized by your credit-card company for paying your bill, or for not having a high enough balance. Now imagine that your credit-card company tells you it is doing this to test how much you "value" your card. Sat, 07 Nov 2009 08:15:00 +0000 http://www.thedailystar.com/editorials/local_story_311040034.html http://www.thedailystar.com/editorials/local_story_311040034.html We were saddened to hear of the death of Walton Supervisor John Meredith, who died of complications from a brain tumor on Oct. 26. Meredith was 29, and yet, it is apparent from the outpouring of praise that came in the days after his death that he accomplished a great deal in his short life and left an indelible impression. Residents, fellow officials, friends, family and even people who didn't personally know Meredith lamented his death, citing his accomplishments, hard work, humor, wisdom and genuine interest in reaching out to citizens. Fri, 06 Nov 2009 07:29:00 +0000 http://www.thedailystar.com/editorials/local_story_310040044.html http://www.thedailystar.com/editorials/local_story_310040044.html The state Department of Environment Conservation recently pushed back the public comment period on proposed regulations for natural-gas drilling in the Marcellus Shale region of New York state. Thu, 05 Nov 2009 07:48:00 +0000 http://www.thedailystar.com/editorials/local_story_309040113.html http://www.thedailystar.com/editorials/local_story_309040113.html Now that the electioneering has come to an end, now that the tumult and the shouting have ceased, there is something we believe Republican, Democratic and independent voters can all agree upon. Wed, 04 Nov 2009 08:44:00 +0000 http://www.thedailystar.com/editorials/local_story_308040026.html http://www.thedailystar.com/editorials/local_story_308040026.html There was this classic 1960 episode of Rod Serling's wonderful television series, "The Twilight Zone," called "The Monsters Are Due on Maple Street." Tue, 03 Nov 2009 07:35:00 +0000 http://www.thedailystar.com/editorials/local_story_307040033.html http://www.thedailystar.com/editorials/local_story_307040033.html ... To the Cooperstown Board of Trustees, for restoring funding to the police department. The board voted unanimously to restore $2,000 per month to the police budget, enabling the department to provide 24-hour coverage for the village. Mon, 02 Nov 2009 08:42:00 +0000 http://www.thedailystar.com/editorials/local_story_306040149.html http://www.thedailystar.com/editorials/local_story_306040149.html Election Day is Tuesday . Some may consider that pretty inconsequential, as there isn't a national race this year, much less a match-up that had the fervor of the last. But if there ever was year to get out and vote locally, this would be it. Sat, 31 Oct 2009 08:44:00 +0000 http://www.thedailystar.com/editorials/local_story_304040008.html http://www.thedailystar.com/editorials/local_story_304040008.html "If we don't cut our workforce, I don't think it's too much of a stretch to say that eventually we could bankrupt the county.'' _ Otsego County Rep. Donald Lindberg Fri, 30 Oct 2009 07:52:00 +0000 http://www.thedailystar.com/editorials/local_story_303040108.html http://www.thedailystar.com/editorials/local_story_303040108.html Otsego County is fortunate to have two qualified, talented individuals running for county treasurer. Republican Ed Keator has 30 years of experience crunching numbers and balancing budgets for businesses, nonprofits and the county government. Thu, 29 Oct 2009 08:03:00 +0000 http://www.thedailystar.com/editorials/local_story_302040037.html http://www.thedailystar.com/editorials/local_story_302040037.html The three-man race for mayor of the city of Oneonta essentially comes down to a choice between the two men named Miller. Former Hartwick College President Richard "Dick" Miller and Third Ward Alderman Erik Miller have both distinguished themselves in this long campaign and are worthy of consideration for the city's highest office. Wed, 28 Oct 2009 09:08:00 +0000 http://www.thedailystar.com/editorials/local_story_301040057.html http://www.thedailystar.com/editorials/local_story_301040057.html "Crazy people are going to be crazy no matter what you do." These are the words of Rep. Betty Anne Schwerd, the Republican incumbent representing District 10 on the Otsego County Board. Schwerd made the outrageous comment in reference to the 2010 budget. While some county services, such as road maintenance, are essential, Schwerd reasoned, others such as mental-health services are less so. Then Schwerd stated her unfortunate opinion. Tue, 27 Oct 2009 11:35:00 +0000 http://www.thedailystar.com/editorials/local_story_300111650.html http://www.thedailystar.com/editorials/local_story_300111650.html ... To the nearly $1 million flood-prevention project on Oneonta Creek that city officials recently indicated is proceeding nicely. The project's focus is taking out existing concrete and molding a new streambed where the creek flows under Center Street and the Mill Race along the edge of Neahwa Park. Mon, 26 Oct 2009 07:51:00 +0000 http://www.thedailystar.com/editorials/local_story_299040056.html http://www.thedailystar.com/editorials/local_story_299040056.html We were disappointed to hear of yet another hindrance on the Pony Farm Bridge repair project. Hopes were raised in August when state Sen. James Seward, R-Milford, announced in a media release that funding was in place and work would begin shortly. However, Oneonta Town Supervisor Robert Wood recently announced that higher-than-expected bids have stalled repairs on the structure, which was closed by the state in January 2008. Sat, 24 Oct 2009 09:00:00 +0000 http://www.thedailystar.com/editorials/local_story_297040303.html http://www.thedailystar.com/editorials/local_story_297040303.html It seems to be feast or famine for area taxpayers lately. The city of Oneonta was recently warned by an auditor that it should wean itself off its reserve funds to balance its budget. Fri, 23 Oct 2009 07:36:00 +0000 http://www.thedailystar.com/editorials/local_story_296040110.html http://www.thedailystar.com/editorials/local_story_296040110.html There is no excuse for abuse. Yet, according to The Domestic Violence Awareness Project, the numbers show that abuse in the home affects a staggering number of Americans.