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Challenger Patrick Nelson Announces Endorsements
From a Nelson Campaign Press Release
Patrick Nelson, the Democratic and Working Families Party nominee for New York State Senate in District 43, announced on Tuesday, October 20, endorsements by more than 40 New York leaders, legislators, unions, and organizations. [Read more…] about 43rd Senate District
Two HFCS Students Test Positive for COVID-19
According to a letter from District Superintendent Pat Dailey, they have been notified that two students in the district have tested positive for the virus. [Read more…] about Hoosick Falls
Rough Week For The School Buildings
By Alex Brooks
The Hoosick Falls Central School had a tough week starting October 7, with a series of building problems that closed the school on Thursday and Friday October 8 and 9. [Read more…] about Hoosick Falls Central School Board
School Board Holds Virtual Presentation
by Michelle Van Horn
Walter B. Howard Update:
At its Wednesday, October 14 meeting, the board discussed a virtual open house that took place this past week. It was provided in two pieces on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. [Read more…] about New Lebanon
Town Board Leaves Issues On The Table
Michelle Van Horn
The monthly board meeting was kicked off with a presentation highlighting the benefits of joining the community solar project, a New York State program. [Read more…] about New Lebanon
Revolutionary War Soldiers To Be Honored In Stephentown
historical markers honoring Stephentown veterans of the American Revolution will be unveiled in a ceremony at the Stephentown Veterans Park on Saturday, November 7, at 1 pm. [Read more…] about Stephentown
Maple Sugaring Time
by George Holcomb • Transcribed by Betty McClave • Edited by Alex Brooks
Friday, February 23, 1849: I chopped alders in my swamp and Geo P. went with two loads to Bartlett’s with horse team and fetched a load of wood home at night. [Read more…] about The Life Of George Holcomb
Municipal Parking Regulations Are Now Law
Doug La Rocque
The Village Board of Trustees has dealt with issues and complaints about vehicles using the municipal parking lots for some time, and often without clear guidance as to how it could address these complaints. [Read more…] about Hoosick Falls
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Brown’s Brewery Plans Changes And Ramps Up Production
By Doug La Rocque
When COVID-19 occurred in March and New York State closed all but essential businesses, Brown’s Brewing Company was one of those affected, at both its North Hoosick and Troy locations. [Read more…] about Hoosick Falls
