One Law Is Tabled, Another Voted Down
by Deb Alter
On Monday, February 22, The Hoosick Town Board held two Public Hearings concerning solar farms. [Read more…] about Hoosick Discusses Solar Again
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One Law Is Tabled, Another Voted Down
by Deb Alter
On Monday, February 22, The Hoosick Town Board held two Public Hearings concerning solar farms. [Read more…] about Hoosick Discusses Solar Again

by Steve Bradley
The number one seeded HFCS girls team (20-2) had two wins over the past week to earn their way into the Section II semifinals. First up was Broadalbin-Perth, a team that had to win a game to get into the playoffs, then Stillwater, a team the Panthers defeated twice during the regular season. [Read more…] about Hoosick Falls Girls Cruise Into Semifinals, Win Big Twice

Jerry Robinson, great-grandson of Reuben Waller, will give an illustrated talk: American History Through Reuben’s Eyes, on Sunday, March 6, at 2 pm, at the Stephentown Historical Society’s Heritage Center, 5 Staples Road (corner of Garfield Road), Stephentown, New York. The program is free and the building is handicapped accessible. For directions, telephone (518) 733-0010. [Read more…] about The Tale Of A Buffalo Soldier At Stephentown Historical Society

Experts And Educators Present New Models For Educating The Whole Child
by Deb Alter
School reform and academics are at the forefront of the education discussion, but a crucial issue that is often neglected is the social-emotional development of students, and their mental health. To address this, Hoosick Falls Central School District, under the leadership of Superintendent Ken Facin, is incorporating Mindfulness Education and Social Emotional Education as an integral part of the District’s philosophy and curriculum. [Read more…] about Hoosick Falls Central Schools Hosts Conference On Academic Mindfulness

Grafton Planning Board Hears Plans For New Business And Approves Subdivision For Former Elementary School
By Doug La Rocque
Hearing no opposition but in receipt of a letter of concern, the Town of Grafton Planning Board voted unanimously to approve both the Environmental Impact Study and the actual subdivision of property at the one-time elementary school at the corner of State Route 2 and Babcock Lake Road. The plan had originally called for just the school building and parking lots to be subdivided from the rest of the property. [Read more…] about Grafton Planning Board Action

Irish music trio Dublin Porter will perform at the New Lebanon Library Sunday, March 13th at 2:00 pm. The repertoire of this Berkshire band focuses on the dance music and airs of Ireland. [Read more…] about Dublin Porter Performs Music Of Ireland At New Lebanon Library

The Rensselaer County legislature honored Maxine Hasbrouck, the late wife of long time Grafton Highway Superintendent Herb Hasbrouck, at its recent meeting. [Read more…] about Maxine Hasbrouck Honored

St. Mary’s Academy recently held its annual learning fair highlighting the talents and skills of Pre-K 3 through Grade 8 students. The learning fair is a culmination of six weeks of preparation that ends with a finale of exceptional work showcasing a high level of learning. [Read more…] about Another Exciting SMA Learning Fair

Troop 222 took part in the National celebration for Scouting on Scout Sunday. Troop 222 traveled to Eagle Mills and celebrated the faith of two of their members at the Hope United Methodist Church. [Read more…] about Boy Scout Troop 222 Helps Out At Eagle Mills Church
An Easter event is being planned for Grafton youth for Saturday March 19 from 2 to 4 pm. Individuals and groups are invited to sponsor a table at the Easter Celebration. [Read more…] about Youth Commission Planning Easter Event
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Submitted by GLSP Due to warmer than usual temperatures, the 38th annual ice fishing contest at Grafton Lakes State Park has been rescheduled for Saturday, Feb. 11, from 5:30 am to 2 pm. Join in on the fun as several-hundred anglers brave the cold temperatures for their chance to make a winning catch on several […]
On Tuesday, January 25, Cheney Library honored Ms. Deborah Tudor for her 12 years of service on the Cheney Library Board of Trustees. During her tenure as a trustee, Ms. Tudor made immense contributions to physical improvements of the library’s property. Some of these projects include the installation of a propane fireplace, creation of the […]
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At Inaugural NYSPHSAA Girls Wrestling Invitational Submitted by BNL Varsity Wrestling Coach Wade Prather Tallulah Powers was runner-up at 165 pounds in the inaugural NYSPHSAA Girls Wrestling Invitational held at Onondaga Community College. She was one of only three finalists from Section 2, and the only Runner Up. The meeting of 204 of the State’s top female […]
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