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Former WCW Building In Hoosick Falls Purchased

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by Doug La Rocque
At its May 10 meeting, The Rensselaer County legislature unanimously approved the sale of the former WCW building at 1 Mechanic Street to the 1150 Scottsville Rd LLC for $140,000.  They plan to move Trojan Steel from its current location at 62 Factory Hill in North Hoosick.  Raymond J. Benoit III (known as Ray Benoit) is President of the group. [Read more…] about Former WCW Building In Hoosick Falls Purchased

Hoosick Celebrates Phil Leonard’s Birthday

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Ninety Years Young And Still Going Strong

The room was overcrowded, as it often is lately, at the Town of Hoosick Board meeting on Monday, May 9. This month, many extra people came out to the meeting to help the Town celebrate the 90th birthday of one of Hoosick’s most respected and community-minded people, Town Historian Phil Leonard.
At every Town Board meeting, Leonard presents a “history board” on a particular topic, but this time, The Hoosick Township Historical Society made the presentation, and the topic was…surprise…Phil Leonard, who will turn 90 on May 16. [Read more…] about Hoosick Celebrates Phil Leonard’s Birthday

Hoosick Town Board Action

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Revaluation In Hoosick Is Back On For This Year

by Deb Alter
At the Monday, May 9 Town of Hoosick Board meeting, the Board discussed the pros and cons of starting the Town revaluation project this year  and ultimately decided that the project should not be delayed a year, and should proceed as originally planned, starting this year. Property values are not expected to change much, if at all, so waiting a year is not expected to make a difference. [Read more…] about Hoosick Town Board Action

St. Mary’s Academy Celebrating 125th Anniversary In August

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This August commemorates 125 years of Catholic education at St. Mary’s Academy in Hoosick Falls. Please join us on August 5 and 6 to celebrate this milestone. Friends, families and alumni of St. Mary’s are all encouraged to attend the weekend of events. [Read more…] about St. Mary’s Academy Celebrating 125th Anniversary In August

Great Strides Walk At GLSP Will Raise Funds For Cystic Fibrosis Research And Treatment

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submitted by Lori Kempf
The Cystic Fibrosis Great Strides Walk at Grafton Lakes State Park is scheduled for May 22. Check-in will be at 11 and the walk at noon.
The Kempf family walks for their son Mathew on a team called “Hoops for Mat.” All are welcome to join in the walk and anyone requesting more information or wishing to donate can call 518-573-9790.

Sigot Wins First Annual Kings And Queens Of The Community Award

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Sarah Sigot, a senior at Hoosick Falls Central School, is one of twelve Capital District students selected to receive the first annual Kings and Queens of the Community award. Recipients were selected based on academic success and community service. Sarah has been an honor student throughout her high school career. [Read more…] about Sigot Wins First Annual Kings And Queens Of The Community Award

Celebrate Recovery Meeting For Community Leaders

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By Gail Smith
Celebrate Recovery Hoosick Falls leaders are excited to offer an opportunity for community leaders to learn more about Celebrate Recovery by attending a “mock” Open Meeting on Monday, May 16, at 6:30 at Hoosick Falls Community Alliance Church, 484 Hill Road, Hoosick Falls. [Read more…] about Celebrate Recovery Meeting For Community Leaders

Village Of Hoosick Falls Looks To Town Zoning Board For Solar Farm Approval

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by Alex Brooks and Deb Alter
The Village of Hoosick Falls’ solar arrays that were installed on the capped and sealed Village landfill last year and at the sewage treatment plant two years ago were discussed at the Town of Hoosick Zoning Board meeting on Monday, May 2. [Read more…] about Village Of Hoosick Falls Looks To Town Zoning Board For Solar Farm Approval

Hoosick Falls Teachers Association Honored For Character Education Programs

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submitted by Brian Bushner
Each year the ‘Academy for Character Education at The Sage Colleges’ honors outstanding positive leadership in Capital District schools and communities. The Academy recognizes the leadership and dedication to the vision and mission of fostering positive character development. [Read more…] about Hoosick Falls Teachers Association Honored For Character Education Programs