by North Hoosick Fire Chief Alan Bornt
The North Hoosick Fire Department Installation Banquet on January 12 was one of the best in quite some time, showing appreciation to the people who help us out day in and day out. Many thanks to Jean’s Place for catering the buffet dinner. Appreciation to Rev. Michael Benoit for his involvement and to our mechanic Steve Bonesteel. [Read more…] about The North Hoosick FD Installation
Hoosick Town Board Action – So Far No Skating
by Bea Peterson
While many folks have been enjoying the mild weather for most of this winter, others want to ski and skate. One very irate resident left a very unpleasant message on the Town answering machine enraged because there had been no skating so far this year. Except for three very cold days, making ice at the Town rink has not been possible, said Highway Superintendent Louis Schmigel. It seemed rather pointless to go through the lengthy process of producing ice when the few cold days were to be followed by days in the high 40s, he said. Schmigel believes the upcoming stretch of consistently cold days will make skating possible.
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BCS Board Hears Budget Woes
by Thaddeus Flint
The year 2013 has only just begun and already the Berlin Central School District is working on how it will pay for 2014 and beyond. With future State and Federal aid in doubt, and a large increase in Teacher’s retirement benefits expected, the financial future is uncertain. At Tuesday’s School Board meeting, held at the Stephentown Fire Hall, BCS Business Manager William Burke outlined a five year forecast which, with all things remaining as they are now, he described as “dire.”
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HFCS Cheerleading Upset
by Bea Peterson
On Tuesday, a concerned parent of a HFCS cheerleader notified the Eastwick Press of an issue between the HFCS school administration and the Cheerleading Coach Katie DiMaggio. The parent, who asked that her name not be used, stated that “Recent action taken by Hoosick Falls Central School District administration members in seeking the resignation of the cheer coach has been called into question by many concerned parents and cheerleaders. [Read more…] about HFCS Cheerleading Upset
Remembering The 1950s In Stephentown
by David Flint
Memories of the Fifties was the topic last week at the Stephentown Historical Society meeting. A common theme seemed to be that people were closer and there was more community back then.
Nine speakers provided a glimpse backward of life in Stephentown.
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Armory Shines As A Result Of Volunteer Days
by Bea Peterson
“It was inspirational,” said HAYC3 volunteers and staff of the Volunteer Days crew that helped at the Armory on Saturday and Sunday, January 12 and 13. “People came with cleaning supplies, brooms, food, cookies,” said Jason Jensen. The volunteers were all ages, from kids to Seniors. “Whole families came,” Jensen added. Between the work crews from the Rensselaer County Jail and the 70 plus weekend volunteers, the building is being transformed.
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Dollar General In Hoosick Is Open
Learn To Skate – Registration For Local Skaters
The Hoosick Friends of Skating Club will hold skating lesson registration on Saturday, January 19, from 9 am to 1 pm at the Rcynolds-GiIchrest Skating Rink on Barton Avenue in Hoosick Falls. The Club offers 8 half-hour basic skills lessons in figure and hockey skating fundamentals following the United Stares Figure Skating Association’s “Skate With US” program.
Individuals must be 5 years of age or older to participate. Classes are held twice a week for four weeks on Wednesday evenings and Saturday mornings, starting Wednesday, January 23. The cost tor all 8 lessons is $40 for residents (Town/Village of Hoosick Falls) and S50 for non-residents. There will be a $10 discount tor families with three or more registrants.
For more information, please contact Sue Hyde, HFS Program Director at 518-686-3371.
Hoosick Lions Need Used Eyeglasses And Hearing Aids
The Town of Hoosick Lions Club would like you to know there are spots around town to drop off used eyeglasses and hearing aids in Lions Club boxes. Our organization brings hundreds of eyeglasses to Albany where they are repaired, tested and sorted by prescription and mailed to other countries. The need is great. We occasionally receive donated hearing aids as well, which are greatly appreciated. Our slogan is “We Serve.” If you have any questions on donations, please call Lion Judy Quackenbush at 518, 686-3016. [Read more…] about Hoosick Lions Need Used Eyeglasses And Hearing Aids
