Hey there, Norwich! Let's get started with what's happening in and around town. Read on and stay in the loop. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- How a new brownfield plan could reshape key Norwich properties
- State funding boost could expand youth recovery services at Norwich center
Today's riddle: A man rode into Fenton on Friday. He stayed three days and left on Friday. How did he do that? 🤔 (Answer below!)
Weather forecast:
- Friday: Warmer with periods of sun, with a high of 81 and low of 59 degrees.
- Saturday: Periods of sun, temps: high: 85, low: 65.
- Sunday: A stray afternoon t-storm, with a high of 73 and low of 65 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• IDA Takes First Step Toward Countywide Brownfield Plan (evesun.com) — Chenango County’s IDA is launching a long-term brownfield redevelopment plan that specifically targets sites in the City and Town of Norwich, including Woods Corners. If approved, a state BOA grant could bring up to $200,000 for detailed reuse planning, with public IDA meetings held monthly at Commerce Chenango on East Main Street.

• Hochul awards over $500K to local recovery centers (binghamtonhomepage.com) — A regional recovery organization that operates a center in Norwich is receiving more than $500,000 in state funding to expand youth-focused addiction recovery services. The investment means local young people and families will see strengthened support options alongside existing programs in Oneonta and Delhi.

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🗓 Events Nearby
Friday July 31
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Archeology and Paleontology (SRP 2026) →
Earlville Free Library, 4 N Main St, Earlville
10:00 am
Tuesday August 4
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Crafty Companions →
Earlville Free Library, 4 N Main St, Earlville
10:00 am
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Amber Soap & Fizzy Eggs - Summer Reading Program - Unearth a Story!
South New Berlin Free Library
3320 NY-8, South New Berlin, NY 13843, USA
3:00 pm
Thursday August 6
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Jr/Sr High School Summer School Ends Today
Unadilla Valley Csd
New Berlin, NY 13411
Saturday August 8
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Saturday Morning Movies →
Earlville Free Library, 4 N Main St, Earlville
10:15 am
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Otsego County Fair Truck Pulls & Fireworks →
Otsego County Fair Association, 48 Lake St, Morris
7:00 pm
Sunday August 9
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D.N.A. Motorsports Demo 1pm →
Otsego County Fair Association, 48 Lake St, Morris
1:00 pm
Thursday August 13
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CVARA Advanced Tech Night →
Chenango County Pomona Grange, 167 County Rd 32A, Norwich
6:00 pm
Thursday August 20
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Chenango Blues Festival - Day 1 →
Chenango County Fairgrounds, 168 E Main St, Norwich
12:00 pm
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CVARA Tech Night →
Chenango County Pomona Grange, 167 County Rd 32A, Norwich
6:00 pm
Saturday August 22
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BVA 5K Fun Run →
Butternuts Beer & Ale, 4020 NY-51, Garrattsville
11:00 am
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Hi neighbors!
I am looking to hire someone to hem, take in, custom tailor jeans. If you know of anyone or do that please reach out to me. (Nextdoor Norwich)
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Stewart's Shops posted a job opening for Retail Sales Associate- Part-time in Norwich. Apply here.
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Wal-Mart posted a job opening for Stocking Team Associate in Norwich. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Norwich here.
🗞 Nearby News
Hamilton
- New ICAM Thrive program tackles health care shortages (informnny.com)
- Searching the Night Sky for Exoplanets at Peters Observatory (hamilton.edu)
- Earnings Preview: Hamilton Insurance (HG) Q2 Earnings Expected to Decline (nasdaq.com)
Oneonta
- Mom's Personal Story Drives Upcoming Short Film (allotsego.com)
- Historic Triptych Makes Final U.S. Appearance on August 22nd (allotsego.com)
Ok Norwich! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: His horse's name was Friday (Thank you Coco S. for sending it in!)
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