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Tunnel to Towers Foundation Holds Capital Region Stair Climb

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by Amy Modesti
Firefighters, police officers, military personnel, and elite runners ran up 809 steps to the top of the 42nd floor of Albany’s Corning Tower Sunday morning, September 18. The sixth annual Tunnel to Towers Foundation Capital Region stair climb returned to the historic tower. 

95 participants, including Gunny Claus, Rensselaer County Sherrif’s Department, military personnel, and firefighters from Defreestville, West Crescent, Fort Edward, East Durham, Voorheesville, Halfmoon, and team Up We Go, took part in the challenge. Proceeds from event registration went toward the Tunnel to Towers Foundation. Glen Stanton of Another Goldstein presented directors, Keeran Shumway and Christine Nazarenus, with a $25,000 check to T2T in a pre-event ceremony.  [Read more…] about Tunnel to Towers Foundation Holds Capital Region Stair Climb

Brunswick’s Sidewalk to Nowhere

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by Doug La Rocque
Prior to the Thursday, September 15 Brunswick Planning Board meeting, a public hearing was held on Paulsen Development’s plan to build a two-story medical building at 112 McChesney Avenue (adjacent to the side entrance to Market 32).

The two main points raised at the hearing where the size of the complex and pedestrian traffic. Ortho NY is the proposed tenant, and one speaker asked if the Brunswick complex would rival the Ortho NY facility on Everett Road in Colonie. The answer was no—in fact it would only be about one fifth of the size. The second issue is whether there would be a sidewalk in front of the building. The developer stated they were not opposed to a sidewalk, but asked if other portions of the road would have sidewalks installed as well. They contest a sidewalk just in front of their building, with no connections on either end, would really be a sidewalk to nowhere and were opposed to such. The also asked if such a sidewalk would actually be on private land, which could make them liable for any injuries. If so, they were again in opposition. [Read more…] about Brunswick’s Sidewalk to Nowhere

East Nassau Board of Trustees Highlights

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by Denise Wright
The September 14 meeting of the East Nassau Board of Trustees ran a little long this month to make up for not having a meeting during August. 

The meeting began with a continuation of the public hearing on a Laier Minor Subdivision. The application is for a 2-lot subdivision of approximately 16.36 acres. One lot will be 5.06 acres, and the other will be around 11.30 acres. According to the surveyor, there is no construction on either lot, and the stream will be the boundary. There was some discussion about if the property was in a flood plain, but it ultimately was decided that this was a straightforward subdivision. The Board approved being a lead agency of this unlisted action after reviewing the SEQRA process.  [Read more…] about East Nassau Board of Trustees Highlights

Brunswick Elks Lodge Benefit for Christopher’s House

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by Amy Modesti
It was spaghetti for dinner Monday evening at Brunswick Elks Lodge. Elks Club chef and lecturing knight, Kathy Betzinger, lovingly made 64 spaghetti dinners to benefit Christopher’s House, the South Troy women veterans’ home run by Christine Rem, with support from Betzinger’s sister, Jane Cordts. 

The Eastwick Press spoke with ex-exalted ruler and Elks Club member, Dale Loucks, about the spaghetti dinner and their mission to assist Christopher’s House with their needs during the evening.  [Read more…] about Brunswick Elks Lodge Benefit for Christopher’s House

Upping the Ante for a Codes Enforcement Officer

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By Doug La Rocque
The Town of Hoosick’s Codes Enforcement Officer (CEO), Lloyd Moses, has resigned, effective September 1, although he is working one day a week to help the Town out. At the Town Board meeting on Monday, September 12, Town Supervisor Mark Surdam indicated he recently received two applications but is not sure either applicant has State certification.  [Read more…] about Upping the Ante for a Codes Enforcement Officer

KFC Comes to Roost

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by Doug La Rocque
Kentucky Fried Chicken opened its fifth restaurant in the greater Capital Region on Tuesday morning, September 15 at 668 Hoosick Road, next to Planet Fitness. The Grand Opening included a “Free Chicken for a Year” gift card for the first 50 customers through the door. (They did not last long). Owned by KBP Brands, this new eatery plans to hire 50+ new team members and offers what they label as competitive wages, benefits, flexible schedules, and scholarship opportunities. Those interested can apply at www.KFC.com/careers. [Read more…] about KFC Comes to Roost

Enough of a Tax Break Already

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by Doug La Rocque
That was the unanimous sentiment expressed by those in attendance at a Rensselaer County Industrial Development Agency (IDA), public hearing held Tuesday morning, September 6, at the Brunswick Town Hall. The subject of the hearing was a request by CVE North America for funding as well as both sales tax and mortgage tax exemptions, something the Town of Brunswick vehemently opposed. In a letter to the IDA, Brunswick Town Supervisor Phil Herrington pointed out the solar development firm (which has an approved project yet to be constructed [Read more…] about Enough of a Tax Break Already

Hoosick Falls CSD Class of 1970 Reunion

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On August 6th, members of the Class of 1970 from Hoosick Falls Central School and St. Mary’s Academy celebrated a combined 52nd high school reunion.  Approximately 90 classmates and guests enjoyed reminiscing with friends and had a buffet meal prepared by the Polish Hall members in Hoosick Falls. Special guests included Phil Leonard, former Superintendent, and Bill Gaillard, former instrumental music director at HFCS.  Classmates traveled from Maine, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, Georgia, Colorado, New Brunswick Canada, Vermont and New York.  It was a most enjoyable afternoon and we look forward to our next gathering.

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