American Red Cross Blood Drive A Success
submitted by Cindy Mattison
The Town of Hoosick Republican Committee sponsored its annual American Red Cross blood drive on Columbus Day, October 8, at the North Hoosick Fire House. [Read more…] about American Red Cross Blood Drive A Success
Hoosick Democrats Host Fall Wine And Cheese Party
The Town of Hoosick Democrats will host their annual Fall Wine and Cheese Party this Sunday, October 21, from 4 to 7 pm at The Sand Bar. The public is invited to come and meet the candidates including Democratic candidate for Highway Superintendent Bill Shiland III. Everyone is invited to come and enjoy a light fare of appetizers, cheese, crackers, wine and cold beverages. Tickets are on sale at Thorpe’s Pharmacy from Jim Monahan, or you can call Bob Ryan at 686-4857, Kevin O’Malley, Marie O’Neil at 686-4829, Maggie Casey at 686-7367, Marilyn Douglas at 686-9707 or Bob Melesky at 686-5069. Tickets will also be sold at the door. Tickets cost $10.
Dedication Of The Brigadier General James J. Kenney Memorial Highway
The Rensselaer County Legislature will join with local officials, family, friends and veterans Saturday in unveiling the Brigadier General James J. Kenney Memorial Highway on State Route 7 near the Tomhannock Reservoir.
The ceremony will take place Saturday, October 20, at 11 am at the Tomhannock Reservoir fishing area parking lot, next to Lakeshore Drive.
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Hoosick Grange News
Hoosick Grange met on October 10 with its new slate of officers. Master David Cornell conducted the business meeting. After the meeting the Lecturer with the Grangers planned meetings and refreshment committees for the year. Everyone could suggest changes and give their opinion.
The New York State Grange 140th Annual Session will be held in Cortland, NY, on October 19 through 23. Martha Babbitt will be going as Delegate-at-Large. The rolled sugar cookie contest will be held. In 2013, next year, the contest will be Plain Baking Powder Biscuits.
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Mr. Aster
Panthers Maul Bengals 44 – 0
by Steve Bradley
The Hoosick Falls Central School Panthers traveled down Route 7 to Brunswick last Friday to take on the Tamarac Bengals. It didn’t take long for the Panthers to determine who was the dominant species in this matchup. By the end of the first quarter, with the score at 24-0, the Panthers had the Bengals on the run and just trying to minimize the wounds. [Read more…] about Panthers Maul Bengals 44 – 0
Coach Husser Tallies 200th Win
by Bea Peterson
The HFCS Girls Soccer Team helped Coach Tom Husser earn his 200th win in a game against Tamarac, at home, on Thursday, October 11. Husser has been coaching the team for 11 years, 2001 through 2012. During that time he has built an impressive record. He has had three trips to States, 2005, 2007, 2011, and they have won the title twice, in 2005 and 2011. Last year Husser was named NY State Coach of the Year. [Read more…] about Coach Husser Tallies 200th Win
HFCS Boys Soccer Team Wins On Senior Night
The Hoosick Falls Central School boys soccer team stayed mathematically eligible for the WASAREN League title with a 3-1 win at Ken Baker Field on Senior Night, Thursday, October 11.
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HOBY Leadership Award Recipient From HFCS Is Shaelynn Kelly
Shaelynn Kelly, daughter of Patrick and Julia Kelly of Hoosick Falls, has been selected as the school’s HOBY (Hugh O’Brian Youth Leadership) representative and will attend a weekend conference in the spring of 2013. [Read more…] about HOBY Leadership Award Recipient From HFCS Is Shaelynn Kelly