by Doug La Rocque
In early spring developer David Leon’s representatives (MJ Engineering) returned to the Brunswick Planning Board with some changes to what has been labeled as the Aldi site, that included parking lot revisions, a change in size to the Wendy’s restaurant and installation of electric vehicle charging stations. They also unveiled a plan to [Read more…] about Brunswick Public Hearing Set for Aldi Site Coffee Shop
Berlin Central School – Propane Conversion Project
by Chris Tergliafera
At the Wednesday, May 18 regular meeting of the Berlin Central School District Board of Education (BOE), what was intended to be a presentation to establish a budget, funding source and schedule for the propane conversion project at the middle/high school, turned into a conversation about fast tracking the project to complete it as soon as possible.
Among the concerns with the current system are the ever rising heating oil prices, which currently stand at roughly [Read more…] about Berlin Central School – Propane Conversion Project
Senior and Disabled Homeowner Tax Exemptions Extended
by Doug La Rocque
There were many resolutions but not too much other business at the May 12 Brunswick Town Council meeting. Of primary interest was the adoption of two local laws that extend the eligibility of senior citizens and disabled homeowners for tax exemptions. Both were approved. The Councilors also effected changes to the February Water and Sewer Rolls due to some errors and corrections.
Summer means road work, and Brunswick is no different. A resolution detailing the 2022 Highway Plan which designates which roads will be paved, resurfaced or otherwise improved was agreed to as was the purchase of a 2021 trailer mount asphalt hot box reclaimer. The cost was placed at $34,950.
Hoosick Falls Memorial Day Parade
Hoosick Post 40 American Legion will host the Village of Hoosick Falls’ Memorial Day Parade on Monday, May 30, at 10 am. Services at Village monuments will take place beginning at 8 am from Wood Park. A call for parade entries is now open. For an entry form, email Kevin O’Malley at hoosickkid@gmail.com. All are encouraged to enter this year’s parade to honor those that made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. The American Legion invites the community to help in the placing of flags on the graves of veterans on Saturday, May 28, at 10 am, at Post 40, 150 Main St. [Read more…] about Hoosick Falls Memorial Day Parade
Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day – Columbia County
On Sunday, June 5, from 8 am to 1 pm, the Columbia County Fire Training Center, 50 Grandetti Drive, Ghent, will be holding a Columbia County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day. Residents with large quantities must contact the administrative office at 518-828-2737 prior to participating. There is no charge for Columbia County residents. Proof of residency will be required.
Edward W. Schindler – Obituary
Berlin – Honorable Edward Walter Schindler, retired Berlin Town Justice, died peacefully Sunday, May 22, 2022 at his home in Berlin, surrounded by his loving family.
He was born in Queens, NY on July 31, 1928, the son of the late Howard Frederick Schindler and Vira B. Hendrickson Schindler. He graduated from Baldwin High School on Long Island, NY and served in the US Army during the Korean War from 1950 to 1952. He met his wife June McDermott in January of 1953 and they were married on June 13, 1954. They lived in Seaford, Long Island from 1954 to 1965 when they moved upstate to Berlin, NY. [Read more…] about Edward W. Schindler – Obituary
Marion K. Manchester – Obituary
Petersburgh – Marion Katherine Manchester, 98, died peacefully, slipping from the bonds of earth to be with her savior Jesus in Heaven, on Friday, May 13, 2022 at the Center for Living & Rehabilitation in Hoosick Falls.
She was born in Rensselaer, NY on August 11, 1923, the daughter of the late Henry and Catherine Monsees Trinemeyer. Her mother passed away in 1928 and due to the depression Marion and her 3 siblings were placed in the Troy Orphan Asylum. She grew up there until the age of 15 when they were all placed together in a foster home in West Stephentown. Marion was a graduate of Berlin High School, class of 1941, then went on to graduate from Berkshire Business College. Prior to her marriage, she was employed by Montgomery Ward & Co. in Menands, and a munitions factory for the war. [Read more…] about Marion K. Manchester – Obituary
May 27, 2022 Edition
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Be a Part of Our Graduation Special Edition
Our 2022 Special will not only contain photos and information about the various graduation ceremonies but the lists of graduates and future plans, comments from school officials and students and much more.
As in the past, we will offer area businesses a chance to be part of this special edition with congratulatory ads.
This year, we are also offering the parents, grandparents or other loved ones the opportunity to submit a photo of their graduate along with a short personal message.
If you would like to be part of our most popular edition of the year, please email Doug at ads@eastwickpress.com by June 20.
Our costs are as follows:
For a business ad 3.25” x 2” $50.
A double size ad 3.25” x 4” $95
For a graduate’s portrait and text $50.
Limited to 50 words.
Please send a high resolution image. [Read more…] about Be a Part of Our Graduation Special Edition
Chief Ashe Resigns and Pleads Guilty to Misconduct
by Doug La Rocque
Former Hoosick Falls Village Police Chief Robert (Bob) Ashe was arrested by NYS Police on Monday, May 16, and accused of Official Misconduct. He pled guilty that evening in Village Court to the charge, a misdemeanor. Village Court Judge Thomas Restino gave the former chief an unconditional discharge and ordered him to pay [Read more…] about Chief Ashe Resigns and Pleads Guilty to Misconduct