Hoosick Falls – Mary P. Cook, 77, died Wednesday, December 10, 2008, at the Centers for Living and Rehabilitation in Bennington, VT. She formerly resided on Third Street in Hoosick Falls, NY, and was the wife of the late Richard Cook.
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Crime Spree In Hoosick Falls
by Bea Peterson
Before closing the Hoosick Falls Village Board meeting Tuesday evening Mayor Laura Reynolds, on advice from Police Chief Robert Whalen, suggested residents be sure to lock their homes and cars in the future. Leaving cars and homes unlocked in small towns and villages has been a way of life for generations. The Mayor lamented the fact this is no longer advisable. The following Police reports highlight the issue.
Pellet Store Owner To Make Restitution
by Bea Peterson
According to Rensselaer County District Attorney Richard McNally the case against Dennis Murray of Bovie Hill Road, owner of Valley Hearth and Pellet, Inc. on Church St. has been adjourned until January 2009 to “give him an opportunity to satisfy his obligations.”
Paul Haynes Appointed To Hoosick Falls Village Board
by Bea Peterson
Paul Haynes was sworn in as a trustee for the Hoosick Falls Village Board at the start of Tuesday’s regular monthly meeting. Haynes replaced Jerry McAuliffe who resigned last month. [Read more…] about Paul Haynes Appointed To Hoosick Falls Village Board
Pet Oxygen Masks Save Lives
Santa Visits Hoosick Falls
by Bea Peterson
Hoosick Falls was abuzz Friday evening, December 5. Activities began at 6 pm when Mayor Laura Reynolds and Santa Claus, assisted by little Caroline Still, elf Eric Kaufman and Conner McEvoy, waited for the sound of the fire truck horn to light the Village tree in the gazebo in Wood Park. [Read more…] about Santa Visits Hoosick Falls
Christmas Toy Drive
The Halftime Sports Bar and Grill is sponsoring a children’s Christmas party to benefit local kids. Donate funds, or a new unwrapped toy, between now and December 20 and receive a draft beer for a penny. [Read more…] about Christmas Toy Drive
Operation Christmas Cookie: A Touch Of Home In Iraq
by Bea Peterson
Last year Suzanne and Gary Fitzpatrick’s son, Captain Brian Fitzpatrick, USAF, was stationed in Afghanistan. After her package of Halloween cookies was so well received by him, she put together a plan she called Operation Christmas Cookie. [Read more…] about Operation Christmas Cookie: A Touch Of Home In Iraq
SMA Cabaret: A Great Night Of Entertainment
by Bea Peterson
It’s astounding that a plain school gymnasium can be transformed into a lovely Cabaret time after time. Yet every year the volunteers at St. Mary’s Academy manage to perform their magic act. [Read more…] about SMA Cabaret: A Great Night Of Entertainment
Miss Olivia’s Students Dance In Professional Nutcracker
Three students from the British School of Ballet in Hoosick Falls auditioned for parts in the Christmas ballet The Nutcracker. All the girls received parts. Over 200 students from different ballet schools auditioned, and about 40 students were chosen.
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