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Tunnel to Towers Foundation Holds Capital Region Stair Climb

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by Amy Modesti
Firefighters, police officers, military personnel, and elite runners ran up 809 steps to the top of the 42nd floor of Albany’s Corning Tower Sunday morning, September 18. The sixth annual Tunnel to Towers Foundation Capital Region stair climb returned to the historic tower. 

95 participants, including Gunny Claus, Rensselaer County Sherrif’s Department, military personnel, and firefighters from Defreestville, West Crescent, Fort Edward, East Durham, Voorheesville, Halfmoon, and team Up We Go, took part in the challenge. Proceeds from event registration went toward the Tunnel to Towers Foundation. Glen Stanton of Another Goldstein presented directors, Keeran Shumway and Christine Nazarenus, with a $25,000 check to T2T in a pre-event ceremony.  [Read more…] about Tunnel to Towers Foundation Holds Capital Region Stair Climb

Annual Walter A. Wood Tractor Show 

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The Walter A. Wood Tractor and Agriculture Show is coming Saturday, October 1st. Come on over to Walter A. Wood Memorial Park in Hoosick Falls and check out all the antique and vintage tractors, horse-drawn farm equipment and implements, and contemporary machinery that will be on display from 9 am to 4 pm.

The Walter A. Wood Reaping and Mowing Company manufactured horse-drawn farm equipment right here in our village from 1865 to 1924, and sold machinery to farmers in Hoosick and as far away as the Middle East and Russia! The company was a big deal…world famous! It was Wood’s company that made Hoosick Falls a boomtown in the 19th century-—so big that it made us the largest village in the United States.

Come get a good, close-up look at antique tractors and antique horse-drawn implements made by the Wood Company and others, as well as hit-and-miss steam engines, some of which will actually be working. [Read more…] about Annual Walter A. Wood Tractor Show 

Brunswick’s Sidewalk to Nowhere

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by Doug La Rocque
Prior to the Thursday, September 15 Brunswick Planning Board meeting, a public hearing was held on Paulsen Development’s plan to build a two-story medical building at 112 McChesney Avenue (adjacent to the side entrance to Market 32).

The two main points raised at the hearing where the size of the complex and pedestrian traffic. Ortho NY is the proposed tenant, and one speaker asked if the Brunswick complex would rival the Ortho NY facility on Everett Road in Colonie. The answer was no—in fact it would only be about one fifth of the size. The second issue is whether there would be a sidewalk in front of the building. The developer stated they were not opposed to a sidewalk, but asked if other portions of the road would have sidewalks installed as well. They contest a sidewalk just in front of their building, with no connections on either end, would really be a sidewalk to nowhere and were opposed to such. The also asked if such a sidewalk would actually be on private land, which could make them liable for any injuries. If so, they were again in opposition. [Read more…] about Brunswick’s Sidewalk to Nowhere

Brunswick Tailgate Sale 

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On Sunday, October 9, from 7:30 am to 12:30 pm, Brunswick Grange will hold their annual fall agricultural tailgate sale at the Schaghticoke Fairgrounds, Rt. 67 and 40. More than 50 vendors will have varieties of chickens, ducks, geese, pigeons, veggies, plants, and other agricultural items. Absolutely NO dogs, cats, puppies, or kittens will be allowed for sale. A donation of $15 per vendor will be charged at the gate. Spectators are free. The event will be held rain or shine. For more information call 518-279-9113.

East Nassau Board of Trustees Highlights

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by Denise Wright
The September 14 meeting of the East Nassau Board of Trustees ran a little long this month to make up for not having a meeting during August. 

The meeting began with a continuation of the public hearing on a Laier Minor Subdivision. The application is for a 2-lot subdivision of approximately 16.36 acres. One lot will be 5.06 acres, and the other will be around 11.30 acres. According to the surveyor, there is no construction on either lot, and the stream will be the boundary. There was some discussion about if the property was in a flood plain, but it ultimately was decided that this was a straightforward subdivision. The Board approved being a lead agency of this unlisted action after reviewing the SEQRA process.  [Read more…] about East Nassau Board of Trustees Highlights

Linda C. Evans – Obituary

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Hoosick Falls – Linda Child Evans, 81, of Norwich, died Sunday, September 11, 2022 at Valley View Manor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. She is survived by two daughters and two sons-in-law, Kelly and Richard Salinas and Tracy Vaughan and Paul Verrasto; two sons, Joshua and Matthew Clintsman; four granddaughters and one grand son-in-law, Catherine Vaughan Barber and Christopher Barber, Sarah Vaughan, Sophie and Phoebe Salinas; and two sisters, Sally Child Chirlin and Gail Child Szenes. 

Born on December 2, 1940, in Norwich, to J.R. “Dick” and Elizabeth “Betty” Child, Linda graduated from Norwich High School and Penn State University. After college she settled with her husband Peter Clintsman in Hoosick Falls, NY, where she taught English in the high school for over three decades. She was a dedicated and creative teacher whose commitment to students extended well beyond the classroom. During her tenure she advised multiple student groups each year, coached girls sports teams, and voluntarily tutored students in a variety of subjects. Linda is remembered fondly by students as someone who was always ready to assist and support them. [Read more…] about Linda C. Evans – Obituary

Edward Ruditis – Obituary

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Hoosick Falls – Edward Ruditis, 80, passed away on Monday, September 12 at the Glens Falls Hospital. He resided on Mechanic Street in Hoosick Falls and was the husband of the late Helen (Jones) Ruditis.

Edward was born on September 12, 1942, in Troy, NY, son of the late Edward J. and Jane (Malinowski) Ruditis. He attended schools in Watervliet and worked on the Town of Hoosick Highway Department until retiring several years ago. He was a communicant of the Immaculate Conception Church in Hoosick Falls. Edward enjoyed playing baseball, going to the movies, going to the park with his family, taking long walks, listening to country music, and home videos. [Read more…] about Edward Ruditis – Obituary

Raymond F. Schaefer – Obituary

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Berlin – Raymond F. Schaefer, Jr., 69, of Ocala Fla, died peacefully at his home on September 1, 2022, after a long and courageous battle with Lewy Body Dementia and Parkinson’s Disease.

Born in North Adams, MA on May 9, 1953, he was the son of the late Raymond F. and Evelyn Gardner Schaefer Sr.  Raised in Berlin, NY, Ray was a 1972 graduate of Berlin Central School. He enlisted in the US Navy Seabees on September 13, 1972 and served 3 years of active duty. Following active duty, he served in the Naval Reserves for 20 years, retiring from the Navy on March 1, 1994. At the end of his active duty in the Navy, Ray began employment at the Watervliet Arsenal in Watervliet, NY, working in manufacturing arms and equipment for the US Army. His kids especially remember seeing pictures of the large cannons made there and knowing that their dad made them. While working at the arsenal, Ray continued his education in the Arsenal Apprenticeship Program, receiving a degree in Metallurgy from Hudson Valley Community College in Troy, NY. He retired from the arsenal after 40 years of hard work on September 3, 2015. [Read more…] about Raymond F. Schaefer – Obituary

Richard S. Motsiff – Obituary

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Hoosick Falls – Richard “Rick” S. Motsiff, 73, passed away on September 9, 2022. He resided on Saratoga Street in Hoosick Falls. He was born on January 21, 1949, in Hoosick Falls, son of the late Stanley and Zita (Govone) Motsiff.

Rick was educated at schools in Hoosick Falls and served in the United States Air Force. He was formerly employed at Oak Mitsui in Hoosick Falls until retiring. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, going to the casinos and time spent with family and friends. [Read more…] about Richard S. Motsiff – Obituary