Friday, December 21

- WEATHER -

Today's warm weather ironically comes on the Winter Solstice, marking the first day of winter and the shortest day of the year. Click Here for more from the Farmers' Almanac

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- IN THE MAIL -

Donations are still being accepted for the two recent house fires that occurred.
Items for all can be delivered to the Oriskany Falls American Legion Post 569.

For the Elwoods: Jeannie wears size 18-20 tops, 18 pants, and size 8-9 wide shoes. Walt wears size 44 pant, 2XL shirts and size 12 wide shoe.

The Skeele Agency in Waterville is also still accepting and transporting items for Lee Edwards. With what has come in, they are focusing on:

Clothing: pants 32 x 29, shirts Large/Coat/Sweats/socks/ Shoes size 10 ½ / blankets / cards for Stewarts, CVS, Dollar General for meals & other necessities.

Saturday, 10 am - 2 pm, is the LAST DAY of the Historical Society Art Festival!

Click for GoFundMe for Gavin Jerzak

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- AROUND TOWN -

The Mandarin Chinese students took some time to carol around MPS. Students at MPS also had a special Polar Express themed surprise lined up for them today thanks to the PTA. While students at the Jr/Sr High enjoyed a weeks worth of themed days and fun. Plus, cocoa & cookies served by Student Council and music by the Sax Ensemble today.

Photo: @ watervillesupt

Photos @watervillestuco

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Pop Warner held their trophy/award ceremony earlier in the week, with 2 Tri-Valley Champion teams, Scholar and Eagle Athletes and more. Congratulations!

Photos: Waterville Pop Warner

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More areas where high speed complaints have been coming in as set up with solar speed signs for awareness and data.

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Without further ado, the winners of this year's

Waterville Garden Club Decorating Contest!

Photos are of some, not all, entrants and winners. Please enjoy a drive or walk around to see the lights twinkle and truly shine for yourself. Pictures do not do them justice.

"Best of the Best" Overall Effect Category:

1st Place (tie):

Mr. & Mrs. Daniel Maine - MaCabe Rd

Mr. & Mrs. Don Neff - 164 Berrill Ave

2nd Place (tie):

Mr. & Mrs. Mike Blinebry - 179 Madison St

Mr. & Mrs. Jerry Coiro - 466 White St

3rd Place (tie):
Mr. & Mrs. Richard Tice - 119 Bacon St

Mr. & Mrs. Dave Upcraft - 192 W. Bacon St

Honorable Mention:
Mr. & Mrs. John Pumilia

Ms. Patty Hinman

Mr. & Mrs. Hoffmeister

Mr. & Mrs. Francis Wright

Mr. & Mrs. Dave Petrie

"Best of the Best" Doorway Category:
1st Place:

Mr. & Mrs.Mike Rogers - 139 White St

2nd Place:

Mr. & Mrs.Louis Langone - 124 W. Bacon St

3rd Place (tie):
Mr. & Mrs. Steve Salata - 203 Osborne Ave

Mrs. Marge Wilson - 390 Tower St

Honorable Mention:

Mr. & Mrs. Jamie Bechy

Ms. Aggie Kelsey

Ms. Rosemary Broedel

Overall Effect Category:

1st Place:

Mr. & Mrs. Aaron Cornish - 339 White St

2nd Place (tie):

Ms. Jennifer Beach and Joseph Miller - Osborne Ave

Mr. & Mrs. Steve Kemp - Rt. 315

3rd Place:

Mr. & Mrs.Brian Briggs - 117 E. Bacon St

Overall Honorable Mention:

Mr. & Mrs.Darren Cope

Mr. & Mrs.Stillman Wright

Mr. & Mrs.Scott Harney

Doorway Category:

1st Place:

Mr. & Mrs. Matt Patterson - White St

2nd Place:

Mr. & Mrs.Mott - 168 Madison St

3rd Place:

Mr. & Mrs. Robert McNamara - Tower St

Honorable Mention:

Mr. & Mrs.Kevin Kelley

Mr. & Mrs.Loudon

Manger Scenes Category:

1st Place:

Mr. & Mrs. Frank Pumilia - Stafford Ave

2nd Place:

Mr. & Mrs.Rob Perry - Putnam St

3rd Place:

Mr. & Mrs. Dave Lemery - Berrill Ave

Honorable Mention:

Waterville Catholic Church

Warm & Cozy Christmas Category:

1st Place:
Mr. & Mrs. Greg VonMatt

2nd Place:

Mr. Jim Bracket - Elmwood Ave

3rd Place:

Mr. & Mrs.Doug Plourde - 405 tower St

Creative Use of Color and Lights Category:

1st Place:

Mr. & Mrs. Paul Holic - 125 W. Bacon St

2nd Place:

Mr. Mike Conway - Elmwood Ave

3rd Place:

Mr. & Mrs.Dan Woodward - W. Bacon St

Honorable Mention:

Ms. Wilma Pomeroy

Business Category:

1st Place:

Daniel Maine and Associates - 7729 Madison St

2nd Place:
Fred's Barber Shop - 120 W. Main St.

3rd Place (tie):

The Burgess & Tedesco Funeral Home - 210 E. Main St

Morgan's Hardware - 108 W. Main St

Honorable Mention:

Open Systems

Waterville Fire House

Waterville Times

Special Honorable Mention:

The Village of Waterville for the Beautifully decorated light poles and Gazebo

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No Blog Post Monday, December 24th or Wednesday, December 26th

Hub of the Huddle Has Moved!

The Hub of the Huddle is a publication of the Waterville Public Library and so has moved to the Waterville Public Library website. Click HERE for current blog posts.

Monday, March 23

- WEATHER - - COVID-19 UPDATES & IN THE MAIL - All Information Subject to Change- especially as change is happening so quickly to help protect the health everyone. Click Here for the latest from the CDC Click Here for the latest from Governor Cuomo "Realize the timeframe we're expecting, make peace with it and find a way to help each other through this situation because it's hard for everyone." Click Here for Guidelines for Essential Services Click Here for today's update from the Mohawk Valley Health System Click Here for TED Talks surrounding COVID-19 From the Sr. High Student Council: While social distancing is being encouraged, Sr. High Student Council would like to promote a little self-care through a wellness bingo challenge. Bingo boards were handed out to all 7-12 students when they picked up their Chromebooks, and sent to all student emails. Completed bingo boards can be returned to the Jr./Sr. High Schoo...

Friday, August 4

- IN MEMORIAM - Scott W. Bishopp Click Here for Full Obituary ***** - WEATHER - ***** - IN THE MAIL - Ruth Allen Memorial Run/Walk Registration Deadline August 15: *** September: ***** - AROUND TOWN - Wednesday Night was filled with entertainment in the park once again. The Band, Elevator, had the crowd crooning to many popular "oldie" hits. "Paradise Treats" food truck joined to provide some dinner treats while the Tarboxes continued to keep the crowd happy with snacks and dessert. Stop by next Wednesday, August 9th, to see The Nelson Brothers from 6:30-8:30 pm. ***** From Gil Condon ( passed on from the original blogger, Philippa Brown) : "Our WCS Classes of 53 and 54 got together and, although small, I consider a success. I'm hoping that the Hub link could help achieve follow-on connections. I would like to communicate with former classmates (be...

Friday, March 22

- IN MEMORIAM - Deborah K. Acker (Kniffin) July 4, 1958 - March 20, 2019 Click Here for Full Obituary ***** - WEATHER - ***** Happy Birthday on Saturday, March 23 to Patty Louise! ***** - IN THE MAIL - Strand Theater Classic Film Series final feature: The Glass Key , 1935 Sunday, March 31, 4 pm at the Hamilton Movie Theater, 7 Lebanon Street, Hamilton Admission $5 benefiting Waterville Historical Society Crime drama starring George Rand, from a novel by Dashiell Hammett Ed Beaumont is the personal friend, advisor and bodyguard to Paul Madvig, the political boss of a large city. When the son of Madvig's political opponent is mysteriously murdered, Madvig's enemies try to pin the crime on him because he is waging a clean-up campaign they oppose. Ed risks his life and his reputation to find the killer and clear his friend. The Strand Classic Film Festival is a revival of movies shown ...

Monday, December 20

-IN MEMORIAM- Mary E. Murray January 2, 1931 - December 16, 2021 Click HERE for the complete obituary. -WEATHER- -LOCAL CALENDARS- -Village of Waterville- -Waterville Central School- -Waterville Public Library- -Waterville First- -IN THE MAIL- The Madison Central School District has released updated spectator policies for varsity basketball contests, and junior varsity/varsity basketball doubleheaders. This policy takes effect beginning with the boys' basketball doubleheader against Otselic Valley on Wednesday, December 1st. - Only ticketed spectators will be allowed to enter. Each home athlete will receive four tickets for distribution. - Visiting Spectators will sign in when entering the school. The visiting team will receive two tickets per visiting athlete. -All spectators will be required to wear a face covering properly while in the building. -Distancing between family units will be required. -No food or drink will be permitted in the gymnasium. These regulations will be moni...

Monday, May 20

- IN MEMORIAM - Majorie S. Ammon February 28, 1924 - May 15, 2019 Click Here for Full Obituary Richard C. "Dick" Harter August 11, 1939 - May 16, 2019 Click Here for Full Obituary ***** - WEATHER - ***** - LOCAL CALENDARS - Click Image for Link Village: Waterville Public Library: Waterville Central School District: WCS Sports: ***** - IN THE MAIL - WCSD Board of Education Meeting Change: Next Meeting Tuesday, May 21st (instead of May 28th). -- Also, Budget Vote at the HS Cafeteria 10 am - 8 pm -- ***** - AROUND TOWN - The Waterville Residential Care Center dodged showers on Friday afternoon to host their Open House. With everything from local vendors, bounce houses, a visit from the 2nd Grade Pen Pals, and more, it was a festive day there! The WRCC also had a benc...

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