Eastern Rensselaer County's Community Newspaper
By Doug La Rocque
More than 700 local highway superintendents and their supporters gathered in the State capital in their quest for more Consolidated Highway Improvement Program funds (CHIPs) and bridge repair monies. This gathering has become an annual event. [Read more…] about “Local Roads Matter” Is The Theme Of Highway Superintendents Annual March On The Capital
Grafton’s Newest Business Venture Gets The Nod From The Planning Board
By Doug La Rocque
Four people took the opportunity to speak at the public hearing concerning the Site Plan Review proposed by David and Donna Wagar for their property at 3046 NY Route 2. [Read more…] about Grafton Planning Board Action
By Doug La Rocque
Children from Grafton and surrounding towns filled the VFW Post this past Saturday for an Easter Egg Party hosted by the Grafton Youth Commission. Commission Director Noelle Goyer estimates about 70 youngsters and their parents dropped by to visit with the Easter Bunny, make Easter bonnets, color eggs, pet smaller bunnies, get their faces painted and more. In years past the event has been put on by the Grafton Lakes State Park at the Deerfield Pavilion, but this year it was moved indoors, with GLSP joining with many other area organizations to entertain and educate. [Read more…] about Easter Bunny Appearance In Grafton
NYS Comptroller’s Auditors Returning
For Another Look At Grafton’s Books
By Doug La Rocque
In 2013, auditors from the New York State Comptroller’s Office spent several weeks going over the Town’s records, looking in particular at claims processing. The Comptroller said this visit is a follow-up that will consist of reviewing actions taken by Town officials in response to the previous audit’s findings and recommendations. The audit is expected to start within the next several weeks. [Read more…] about Grafton Town Board Action
Patrons were encouraged to stop by the Grafton Community Library Saturday to pick up some seeds they may not have and drop off some of their extras for the gardening season. [Read more…] about Grafton Library Seed Swap
Eleven local governments joined in the collaboration will achieve $22.5 million in collective savings during the 25-year contract
As part of the continued effort to increase the use of “green” energy and reduce the costs of operations the County is seeking to enter into a contract with Monolith Solar for remote net metering energy services. [Read more…] about Rensselaer County To Undertake Collaborative Solar Initiative
By Doug La Rocque
Michael and Erica Costello were once again before Justice Pierce Hoyt in Grafton Town Court this week, to answer eight counts each stemming from the death of a horse on their Old Road property, and the seizure of other animals for alleged abuse. [Read more…] about Another Hearing On The Animal Abuse Case Against A Grafton Couple
Four upcoming informational sessions, free and open to the public, are being held so that local farmers may learn more about the state Purchase of Development Rights (PDR) grants. The workshops will discuss the parameters of the state program so farmers can determine whether it might be suitable for their farms and how to apply for funding. [Read more…] about Farmland Protection Grant Workshops Offered To Local Farmers
By Doug La Rocque
Three weeks ago, New York State Police seized 16 dogs, including four puppies, from the Jay Hakes Road home of 83-year-old Ed Maxfield in Grafton. Troopers indicated they acted out of concern for the dogs, as night time temperatures then were 20 degrees below or better. The animals had been chained outside, and although well fed, lacked water because of the freezing temperatures. [Read more…] about The Owner Of The 16 Dogs Recently Seized In Grafton Tells His Side Of The Story
March 12 at noon: Seed Swap: It is the time of year again where many start their seeds to sow in the coming months. Come share some of your favorite seeds and pick up some new ones. Free community program offered at the Grafton Community Library. [Read more…] about Book Jeopardy And Other Grafton Library Events
