To the Editor:
I would like to thank New Lebanon Fire Chief Bud Godfroy and the LVPA for assisting with the tragic accident that occurred at my home on March 24th. Oh wait…you didn’t. Had you responded, your snide comments to the injured parties about the accident being “interesting” or your comrades’ questioning my family if there was under-age drinking, would have been put to rest.
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Hoosick Grange News
What a musical night! The Hoosick Falls Central School Jazz Band was just awesome. The large crowd at the Grange on March 28 was not disappointed. Mr. Brown, their leader, introduced each Jazz Band member. [Read more…] about Hoosick Grange News
Valley Community Farmers Market Meeting
Our Valley Community Farmers Market (OVCFM) will hold its first meeting of the 2012 season on April 17 at 7 pm in the Fellowship Hall of the Berlin Seventh Day Baptist Church (North Main Street). Anyone interested in knowing more about the market – especially those interested in vending – is encouraged to attend. The meeting will include a discussion of OVCFM’s Market Handbook and policies, answer questions about New York State and Rensselaer County regulations, move toward creating a Market Committee and review community involvement.
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Panther Softball Takes Two
by Steve Bradley
In a blustery Monday afternoon meeting at Schuylerville with the Black Horses, where the strong wind made every fly ball an adventure, the Lady Panther softball team prevailed in a 9-3 come from behind win. [Read more…] about Panther Softball Takes Two
Panther Baseball Loses To Greenwich
by Bea Peterson
Neither cold nor wind nor rain can stop an early spring baseball game. That was obvious on Wednesday, April 4, when Hoosick Falls played Greenwich at home. The teams had it all, dropping temperatures, wind and a 20 minute stoppage of the game when it rained. [Read more…] about Panther Baseball Loses To Greenwich
Square Dance At PVMCC
There will be a square dance at the Petersburgh Veterans Memorial Community Center on April 14 from 7 to 9:30 pm. The callers are Ken Hollenbeck and Martha von Schilgen. The cost is $8 per person; those under 18 will be admitted for free. Be sure to come and kick up your heels!
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4-H Teen Council Auction
The Rensselaer County 4-H Teen Council will host its annual Auction, Friday, April 27, at Brittonkill Elementary School, Route 2 in Brunswick. Doors open at 6:30 pm, bidding starts at 7 pm. Auction items will include new and used items, merchandise and gift certificates donated by Rensselaer County businesses and theme baskets designed and donated by 4-H Clubs throughout the County. Dinner and refreshments will be available.
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Community Work Day At Shatford Park
submitted by Colleen Teal, New Lebanon Town Clerk
Please come join us on Saturday, April 21, starting at 9 am at Shatford Park for a community work day. The Town is seeking the help of all residents willing to assist with a variety of spring clean-up and other work items.
To sign up, or for more information, please call the Town Clerk’s Office at 794-8888.
Ethel Simmons Award Essays Due May 1
Applications are being accepted for the Ethel Simmons award of $300. This award is open to high school seniors in public or private school or who are home schooled and who are residents of the Town of Grafton.
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Upcoming April Events At The Stephentown Library
• Be Red Cross Ready Program – Tuesday, April 10, at 6:30 pm. An instructor from the American Red Cross of Northeastern New York will lead this valuable class. [Read more…] about Upcoming April Events At The Stephentown Library