Hoosick – Marion H. Fish Brown, 83, of Mapletown Road, Hoosick, NY, died peacefully on Thursday morning, May 27, 2010, at her granddaughter’s home under the care of Community Hospice of Rensselaer County.
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Funeral Notice For Margaret L. Lombard
Graveside services will be held on Saturday, June 12, in the Garfield Cemetery at 11 am for Margaret L. “Marge” Lombard, who died on February 26, 2010, at her home. Rev. Susan Schultz, pastor of the Stephentown Federated Church will officiate. Relatives and friends are invited to attend. Marge is survived by her children, George B. Lombard, Jr. and Marsha and her husband Jeff Henderson.
Hudson River Walk And Talk
On Saturday, June 12, from 10 am to noon, the Rensselaer Land Trust will sponsor a walk along the Hudson River in Troy. The Hudson River has played a pivotal role in the history, geography and ecology of Rensselaer County. [Read more…] about Hudson River Walk And Talk
Midsummer Haying
Thursday, June 30, 1853: Today John F. and Patrick hoed potatoes on the hill above the woods and this afternoon P. hoed beans on the hill and Geo P. hoed his potatoes in the same lot, John Marrils and an Irishman hoed for him, and Geo P. went over the hill to C. Moffit’s store, he was supoened as jury on a liquor court but it was adjourned. He returned to his work.
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Once Again A Controversial BCS BOE Meeting
by Phillip Zema
The 2010-2011 budget failed by a vote of 710-542, and the BOE is once again placed in a difficult position – either develop a budget more attractive to the community or bear the consequences of a contingency budget – one where invaluable extracurricular activities are compromised. [Read more…] about Once Again A Controversial BCS BOE Meeting
Mark Hackett Receives Award For Rescuing Father
by Alex Brooks
On Wednesday, May 26, The Petersburgh Ambulance squad presented an award to twelve year old Mark A. Hackett for the cool head, bravery and self-possession he showed in getting help when his father, Mark E. Hackett, cut himself with a chain saw last December. [Read more…] about Mark Hackett Receives Award For Rescuing Father
Battlefield Now An Eyesore
by Bea Peterson
Hoosick Town Historian Phil Leonard drove to the Bennington Battlefield Wednesday. He was heartsick. “It’s despicable what they have let happen in such a short time,” he said. “Even if they open the Park again, it won’t be the same. The grass is already 10 inches high!” The gate across the Battlefield road is shut, and a red and white closed sign is on it. “It should say abandoned,” said Leonard in disgust. “NY State lawmakers should be ashamed of themselves! They do not care about the people of this state at all!” He was so upset that he said he feels all the incumbents should be voted out of office! “If it wasn’t for that battle, they might not even be in office!” he added.
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Leadership Advisory Committee Takes Action
by Phillip Zema
Shortly after the BOE meeting adjourned last Wednesdsay, Tom Morelli, began organizing the leadership advisory committee. Because a second budget proposal is due May 26, the Committee’s first priority is to develop a more viable budget. But a number of peripheral objectives are also on the committee’s agenda, such as establishing a long term financial plan, evaluating the attractiveness of keeping Grafton open and searching for a permanent superintendant. While developing an amended budget under this time constraint seemed formidable, many were optimistic. As Morgan Hartman, a local resident, put it, “If people have the will to succeed, they can achieve a great deal.”
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HFCS Be Smart, Be Safe Lesson Aired On Channel 13
by Bea Peterson
HFCS Senior Girls received a powerful lesson on life in the outside world Wednesday, May 19, from Physical Education teacher Lisa Ferrannini and Health teacher Colleen Corcoran. Elaine Houston of Channel 13 television observed the session and put together a piece on it that aired Thursday evening, May 20, as part of her Today’s Women series. It can be viewed on the station’s website.
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1944 Willys Jeep Exhibit At The Memorial Day
The Hoosick Falls Veterans Memorial Wall Committee is proud to announce the exhibit of an original World War II Willys Jeep. The Jeep along with trailer, armament and full gear will be on display at Wood Park on Monday, Memorial Day. Jim McCormick, owner of the exhibit, will be on hand to tell the story of the Jeep. [Read more…] about 1944 Willys Jeep Exhibit At The Memorial Day