Submitted by Eileen Druckenmiller
Fifth graders at Hoosick Falls Central School (HFCS) are studying the definition and origins of human rights this semester. [Read more…] about Fifth Graders Exceed UNICEF Donation Goal
Hoosick Town Board
Final Meeting For Stradinger, Wysocki, and Sutton
Alex Brooks
The first order of business at the December 11 Hoosick Town Board meeting was to offer thanks to Town Clerk Sue Stradinger, who has served in that position for 21 years. [Read more…] about Hoosick Town Board
Petersburgh Baptist Church Christmas Concert
The annual Christmas Concert at the Petersburgh Baptist Church has become a lively local tradition, and is sure to imbue the spirit of the season. This year, the community is invited to “Behold Our God,” celebrating a humble birth that would change the world. [Read more…] about Petersburgh Baptist Church Christmas Concert
George’s Wife is Sick
Monday, May 9, 1842: This morning I carried L. Angeline to her school. As I returned home I called to H. Platt’s store and had half a pound blue vitrial charged, eight pence. [Read more…] about George’s Wife is Sick
Grafton Ambulance Grant Clears Last Hurdle
It has been nearly three years since State Senator Kathy Marchione announced that the Town of Grafton was in line for a $150,000 grant to replace its 17-year old ambulance. [Read more…] about Grafton Ambulance Grant Clears Last Hurdle
New Lebanon To Host A Habitat For Humanity WomenBuild
A family from New Lebanon will soon be selected as the next Habitat for Humanity partner family. [Read more…] about New Lebanon To Host A Habitat For Humanity WomenBuild
Outdoors by Trix Niernberger
Our area’s pink night skies originate at the aquaponics operation in Berlin, NY, which is seen here.
Grafton Looking At Reassessment
Ever since school tax bills came out in September, the town’s current tax equalization rate has been a subject of discussion, so much so Town Board members urged Town Assessor David Galarneau to hold an informational meeting for town residents. That took place on Wednesday evening, November 29. [Read more…] about Grafton Looking At Reassessment
Students Help Spread The Message Of Giving
Through service learning projects and a school environment that promotes helping others, students at Hoosick Falls Central School (HFCS) are learning that it’s just as important to give their time and talents back to their community as it is to participate in the classroom. [Read more…] about Students Help Spread The Message Of Giving
Rensselaer County District Attorney Indicted
A Grand Jury, convened by New York State Attorney Eric Schneiderman, has handed up a three count indictment against District Attorney Joel Abelove. [Read more…] about Rensselaer County District Attorney Indicted