Eastern Rensselaer County's Community Newspaper
by Bea Peterson
On Friday evening, November 22, it was organized chaos at the HACA Center on lower John Street. Over 40 volunteers, from under 10 to over 80 years old helped pack 176 boxes of Thanksgiving food. They represented the Girl Scouts, Lions Club, Kiwanis Key Club, Hoosick Republican Committee and the Town of Hoosick Rescue Squad. They worked elbow to elbow with the regular Pantry volunteers. [Read more…] about Hoosick Area Community Packs Thanksgiving Dinners
by Bea Peterson
First to come before the Planning Board on Monday, November 18, were Nancy Hewitt and William Stearns regarding property on Breese Hollow Road. [Read more…] about Hoosick Planning Board Action – November 2013
HAYC3 has announced that the final sign-up for Youth Basketball is December 7. Grades 3 and 4 will sign up from 8:30 to 9:45 am. Grades 5 and 6 will sign up from 9:45 to 11 am.
The season for k-2, grades 3 and 4 and grades 5 and 6 begins Saturday, December 14.
submitted by Rich Crist, Majority Legislative Liaison
Members of the Rensselaer County Legislature are mourning the passing of Thomas G. Restino of Hoosick, a former member of the County Legislature with decades of public service to the County and Town.
Restino passed away at his home at the age of 86 on November 23.
He served three terms in the County Legislature during the 1970s and 1980s. Restino also served as Hoosick Town Supervisor, Hoosick Town Judge, Hoosick Falls Village Judge and Village Trustee.
Along with his public service, Restino was also a veteran of the U.S. Army in Korea. His son, Tom, now serves as a Hoosick Town Justice.
Legislator Lester Goodermote was a Town Justice in Hoosick during Restino’s service as Town Supervisor. He remembered Restino’s sense of humor and love of his neighbors.
“He was a great guy to work for and had a great sense of humor and never lost track of the big picture. He was definitely a people person, and that made him unbeatable in Hoosick,” said Goodermote.
“You could never question Tom Restino’s dedication and love of Hoosick and Hoosick Falls. He cared very deeply for his neighbors, and was very proud to be given the privilege of serving them,” said Vice Chairman of the Legislature Stan Brownell.
Goodermote and Brownell represent District 5 in the Legislature, which includes the towns of Stephentown, Berlin, Petersburgh, Grafton, Hoosick and the Village of Hoosick Falls.
Majority Leader Ken Herrington served with Restino in the County Legislature during the early 1980s and remembered Restino’s work resolving issues affecting his hometown.
“Tom was an energetic and independent representative for his constituents. He loved the County and was very devoted to the people of Hoosick,” said Herrington.
The Legislature will introduce a resolution in memory of Thomas Restino at a future legislative meeting.
by Bea Peterson
On Sunday, October 27, members of the Hoosick Town Board, Rensselaer County Legislator Stan Brownell, the Armand Rousseau family and a few friends gathered at the Reynolds/Gilchrest Skating Rink for the unveiling of a plaque in memory of Claude Rene Rousseau. Claude was born in 1961 and died in an accident in 1976. [Read more…] about Claude Rousseau Remembered At Skating Rink
submitted by Robert B. Phelps
Brenda Phelps and Matthew Shih were married June 15 at a garden ceremony at the historic Park McCullough House in North Bennington, Vermont.
Christmas is coming; it’s almost here – mark your calendars for melodies and cheer!
On Saturday, December 7, St. Mary’s Academy is pleased to present, Holiday Cabaret – A Reunion Event.
Local talent David Sutton, Krissy Fauler, Shari Hand, Ric DiDonato and the Richard Cherry Trio will be returning to the SMA stage for what is sure to be a memorable evening. Doors open at 6 pm and our performers will take their spots on stage at 7.
As in the past, we will be offering a silent auction which always provides a wonderful opportunity to get some unique Christmas gifts. Light fare will be served, and there will be a cash bar.
Tickets for the event cost $25 per person and can be purchased at St. Mary’s, Thorpe’s and after each Mass at the Immaculate Conception Church. Reservations will be taken for parties of eight or more only and can be made by calling Pat Hayes at 686-4314.
So call your friends, get your sitter and join us on December 7. What a wonderful way to welcome the Christmas season.
Help Put A Smile On A Child’s Face This Christmas
The North Hoosick Fire Department will sponsor its 9th Annual Free Christmas Bazaar to be held on Saturday, December 21, from 9 am to 12 pm at the Fire Station on Rt. 22. This year the Fire Department is asking area businesses and individuals to donate new or like new items for this bazaar. Cash donations are also welcome and can be sent to the Fire Department. These donations will be used to purchase new items such as clothes, toys, shoes and games for children. Help make the holidays special for some families.
The bazaar is held each year to help out the needy families in the area who are not fortunate enough to provide a nice Christmas for their children. Our goal is to put a smile on a child’s face on Christmas morning, and, with the help of the community, we can make it happen.
Rules For Families Receiving Gifts
• No kids are allowed to attend on the day of the event.
• The Fire Department will supply one bag per customer or family.
• There will be no re-entry to the facility.
Anyone who would like to donate items to this bazaar can bring the items to the Fire Station on Rt. 22 on Monday evenings between 6:30 and 9 pm or contact John Lettre 686-9141 or Alan Bornt at 378-4538. If necessary, the Fire Department will pick up your items at your home.
The Cambridge and Hoosick Lions Clubs present the 1st Annual Holiday Ball on Saturday, December 14, from 5 to 10 pm. The Ball is open to the public, but there is limited seating. The Ball will take place at the Hoosick Falls Country Club with a buffet style dinner with a carving station. Entertainment is by the Sage City Six. The cost is $35 per person.
Bring an unwrapped gift to donate to the local Toy Drive.
Please contact Don Cummings, Cambridge Lions Club, 518-321-4062 (cell), or Rosemarie Smith, Hoosick Falls Lions Club, 518-686-4504 (work).
The Hoosick Falls Youth Football and Cheerleading Annual Banquet will be held on Sunday, December 8, at 1 pm at St. Mary’s School. Lunch will be provided. Football and cheerleading participants and their parents are admitted free. There is a $5 charge for each additional person.
