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Anthony Bromirski

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Hoosick Falls – On August 13, 2014, Anthony “Ski” Bromirski passed away at his home on 73 River Road in Hoosick Falls, NY. Anthony, “Joe the Clocker,” was surrounded by his family and friends while he was watching the horses run at Saratoga on his TV.

Anthony, the son of Anthony and Ameila Bromirski, was born on September 27, 1930. He graduated from St. Mary’s Academy in Hoosick Falls. After being honorably discharged from the U.S. Navy, he returned to Hoosick Falls. He spent a year sitting on the back porch of the Shea Farm on Bovie Hill Road in Hoosick, NY, trying to talk his way past Edward (Wiggy) Shea. Finally, he was able to get inside to the kitchen to court and marry his sweetheart, Rita (Shea) Bromirski.

Anthony, “Joe the Good Guy,” is survived by his beloved wife, Rita, and their four children, Mark and wife Jane, David and wife Bridget, Peter and wife Tracy and Judy and husband Mark. Anthony, “Grampy,” was also so very proud of his grandchildren, Shea, Elizabeth, Amelia, William, Ben and Stacia. Their exploits and games became the light of his later years. He would never miss a game, awards ceremony or concert! God bless those poor referees!

Anthony, “Tony,” is also survived by his youngest sibling, Joanne Cottrell. He is pre-deceased by his parents and his two brothers, Edward and John, “Mick.”

Anthony’s wake was on Friday, August 15, from 5 to 8 pm at the Mahar Funeral Home, 43 Main Street, Hoosick Falls, NY, 12090. His funeral Mass was celebrated on Saturday, August 16, at the Immaculate Conception Church in Hoosick Falls at 11 am.

All donations may be made to St. Mary’s Academy, in any of his many names, through the funeral home.

Village Of Hoosick Falls Board Action – Final Stretch Of Greenway Purchased

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by Bea Peterson

At the meeting of the Hoosick Falls Village Board on Tuesday, August 12, Margaret Casey and Paula Kamperman of the Hoosic River Greenway Committee requested that the Village purchase one and a quarter acres of land from the PanAm Railroad at the very northern end of the Greenway. The purchase and the closing costs are covered under a Greenway grant and will be no expense to the Village. [Read more…] about Village Of Hoosick Falls Board Action – Final Stretch Of Greenway Purchased

It’s Not To Late To Support The Karen And Molly McGovern Fund

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The annual Karen McGovern Volley Ball Tournament benefitting the Karen AND Molly McGovern Fund will take place on Saturday, September 6, at 10 am at The Sand Bar.

You can support the fundraising efforts of the Tournament in the following ways:

• Send a team! The requested donation is $30 per participant or $175 per team. A team may consist of 4 persons including 1 woman or 5/6 persons including 2 women. Adults only. Each participant receives a T-shirt, buffet lunch and keg beer.

• Sponsor a team! The cost is $175 and sponsors are recognized through signage during the tournament.

• Make a donation! All donations help support the Fund. There are no administrative expenses.

• Donate an item for our raffle! Please call 518-857-7115, and a committee member will be happy to pick up your donation.

Funds are raised throughout the year through bequests, memorials and additional fundraisers including poker runs and fashion shows. The Karen McGovern volleyball tournament itself has raised over $100,000, all of which has been distributed to members of our community who have been challenged with a life threatening illness.

Isabel McGuire Honored

This year the Karen McGovern Volleyball Tournament is honoring the life and memory of Isabel McGuire. As a friend of Karen, Isabel supported the tournament by participating enthusiastically with her team, Campers, every year of the tournament. Isabel lost her battle with cancer, demonstrating the same admirable perseverance and strength as Karen.

Matt Philpott Recognized

Also being recognized is Matt Philpott. Matt’s family will receive an award which represents Matt’s dedication and commitment throughout each of the Karen McGovern Fund tournaments. His love of competition provided spirit, and his compassion towards keeping Karen’s memory alive was honorable.

Funds help individuals and families with expenses related to their medical condition or provide assistance with purchasing fuel, groceries or other necessities. The Fund also provides assistance to people who need transportation to area hospitals and doctor appointments.

Checks can be made out to Rural Rensselaer County Council for Health and Human Services c/o Karen and Molly McGovern Fund and mailed to P.O. Box 132, Hoosick Falls, NY, 12090, or stop at the Sand Bar on Saturday, September 6. Questions? Please call 518-857-7115.

Maryclare C. McGovern

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Hoosick Falls – Maryclare C. McGovern, 78, passed away on Saturday, August 9, 2014, at the Centers for Living & Rehabilitation in Bennington, VT. She had resided on Classic Street in Hoosick Falls, NY, with her husband, William McGovern. They moved to Hoosick Falls in 1978.

Born on March 6, 1936, in Queens, NY, Maryclare was the daughter of the late William and Clara (Stebe) Bowler. She was educated at the Katharine Gibbs School and received her Masters Degree in teaching from St. John’s University in New York City in 1968. Maryclare taught at Kings Park Elementary School on Long Island. She enjoyed playing piano, sewing, cooking and baking. She was a communicant of the Immaculate Conception Church in Hoosick Falls. Maryclare was proud of her German heritage and enjoyed the October Fest every year.

Survivors, other than her husband William, include their sons, James McGovern and his fiance Cathy Bucci of Latham, NY, John and wife Meagan McGovern of Rexford, NY, Lawrence McGovern of Rochester, NY, Daniel McGovern and Edward McGovern, both of Hoosick Falls, and three grandchildren, Declan and Riley McGovern and Anthony Bucci. She is pre-deceased by a sister, Dorothy Winters.

A Mass of Christian Burial was offered on Thursday, August 14, at 10 am from the Immaculate Conception Church on Main Street in Hoosick Falls. There were no calling hours. Burial followed the Mass at St. Mary’s Cemetery in Hoosick Falls.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Hoosick Area Food Pantry through the Mahar Funeral Home, 43 Main Street, Hoosick Falls, NY, 12090, which is handling the arrangements.

Community Band Concert Schedule Extended

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Due to the weather pattern that has caused three concerts to be rained out, the Hoosick Falls Community Band will extend its concert season and include the Wednesdays, August 27, and September 3. Concert times remain the same from 7:30 to 9 pm.

The Hoosick Falls Community Band performs in Wood Park, and the tradition of band concerts has continued since 1873. The current Musical Director is Bill Gaillard, who has conducted these concerts for 49 years.

We hope to see you at the next concert.

St. Stanislaw Clambake

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The Society of St. Stanislaw (Polish Hall) on Mechanic Street in Hoosick Falls is holding its annual clam and steak bake on Sunday, August 31, from noon to 7 pm at the Hall. Burgers, sausage, hot dogs and clam chowder are offered from 1 to 3 pm. Raw clams are available, too, and each ticket has three dozen steamers allowed at your choice of time between 1 and 5 pm.

At 5 pm, a steak dinner with corn and baked potato will be offered. Beverages, beer, water, soda and coffee, are also included at this age 21 and over event. There are 50/50, lobster and other fun raffles and games! Come and join the fun!

It’s the same price as always – $30 for members, $35 for non-members. With only 100 tickets sold, don’t wait too long! Call the Club at 518-686-7810 for more information.