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Laurin Re-Elected HFCS Board President; Helft is VP

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by Alex Brooks

At the Hoosick Falls School Board’s Organizational Meeting on July 9, Rick Ferrannini nominated Greg Laurin for another year as President of the School Board, and Laurin was unanimously elected. Because current vice president Rick Ferrannini had made it known that he did not wish to be the Vice-President of the Board this year, Laurin nominated John Helft as VP, and he was unanimously elected. Both were sworn in, as was Clerk Pam Cottrell and Superintendent Ken Facin. [Read more…] about Laurin Re-Elected HFCS Board President; Helft is VP

4-H Teen Council Scholarships

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Cornell Cooperative Extension of Rensselaer County is pleased to announce the 2015 4-H Teen Council Scholarship Recipients.  The 4-H Teen Council Scholarship is a very special award.   There is an extensive application which includes the candidates’ 4-H experiences and accomplishments on local, county, state, and national levels and how these experiences relate to their personal development.  Additionally, a narrative is required in which applicants explain educational goals and how 4-H has prepared them to achieve these goals.  We would like to congratulate the following recipients.  [Read more…] about 4-H Teen Council Scholarships

Parade Participants Wanted For Vietnam Veterans Welcome Home

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It is no secret that those who served during the Vietnam era didn’t receive a proper welcome home when they returned from war. Many were told to remove their uniforms before going to the airport so they would not be recognized as soldiers upon their return to the U.S. Some of our very own were insulted and spit upon instead of being treated as heroes. [Read more…] about Parade Participants Wanted For Vietnam Veterans Welcome Home

TVSC U19 Boys Wrap Season In Second Place With Winning Record

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submitted by A. Willis

The Taconic Valley Soccer Club’s U19 Boys, coached by Aaron and Shawn Willis, have wrapped up their spring season with an overall record of five wins, four ties, and three losses. This was a [Read more…] about TVSC U19 Boys Wrap Season In Second Place With Winning Record