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American Red Cross Blood Drive At HFCAC

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Did you know that one pint of blood can save up to three lives? This holiday season why not consider giving something that can have a lasting impact? Donating blood costs nothing and only takes about 15 minutes.

On Monday, December 9, from 1 to 6 pm, the Hoosick Falls Community Alliance Church at 484 Hill Road, Hoosick, will provide an opportunity for you to help save a life through our American Red Cross Blood Drive. If you are at least 17 years of age, weigh at least 110 pounds, are healthy and have not given blood in 56 days you are eligible.

There is no greater feeling than knowing that you have helped provide life to someone in need.  Make a difference by calling 1-800-REDCROSS or visiting redcrossblood.org today to schedule your appointment.

For more information, contact HFCAC at 686-3269 or the American Red Cross at the number above.

Thomas G. Restino

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Hoosick Falls – The Honorable Thomas G. Restino, 86, passed away on Saturday, November 23, 2013, at his residence on Willow Street in Hoosick Falls, NY, surrounded by his loving family. He had resided there with his wife of sixty-two years, Helen (Sluzas) Restino.

Born on September 10, 1927, in Hoosick Falls, Tom was the son of the late Angelo and Anna Rose (Malillo) Restino. He was educated at St. Mary’s Academy in Hoosick Falls. Tom was a veteran of the United States Army, serving during the Korean Conflict, and he worked at Oak Mitsui in Hoosick Falls as a welder.

Tom’s passion was politics. He began his career as Trustee for the Village of Hoosick Falls and followed as Justice of the Peace for the Town of Hoosick. He served three terms as a Rensselaer County Legislator and finalized his political career as Town of Hoosick Supervisor. He was a member of the American Legion Post # 40, where he had served as Commander, Adjutant and Chaplain. He also was the Past President of the St. Mary’s Academy Alumni.

Survivors, other than his wife Helen, include their children, Michele Restino and Christine Flynn Saulnier of Brimfield, MA , Gregory Restino Sr. and wife Kathy of Hoosick Falls, the Honorable Thomas G. Restino Jr. and wife Margaret of Hoosick Falls and Kathryn Mayer and husband Jeff of Fairfield, CT, his sisters, Margaret Hoffman and Sophie Ravena, both of Hoosick Falls, and Angie Fulginiti and husband Tony of Melrose, MA. Tom is also survived by grandchildren, Toni Monigan, Greg Restino Jr. and  wife Amina, Kathleen Restino, Anna, Jake and Drew Restino and Lucas and Rosey Mayer, and a great-grandchild, Liam Monigan. He is pre-deceased by sisters, Sadie Starsiak, Augusta Vitro and Nonette (Dorothy) Williams, a brother-in-law, Francis Vitro, and a sister-in-law, Mary LaPorte.

A Mass of Christian Burial was offered on Tuesday, November 26, at 10 am from the Immaculate Conception Church on Main Street in Hoosick Falls. Burial followed the Mass at St. Mary’s Cemetery in Hoosick Falls.

Relatives and friends called at the Mahar Funeral Home, 43 Main Street in Hoosick Falls, NY, 12090, on Monday from 4 to 7 pm. Memorial contributions may be made to either St. Mary’s Academy or the Karen McGovern Memorial Fund through the funeral home.

Tom’s family would like to express a note of gratitude to his special caregivers, Carol Hanselman and Gretchen Yonconish, as well as his many special friends who supported him.

Viola Hall

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Hoosick – Viola Hall, 87, passed away on Wednesday, November 20, 2013, at the Berkshire Medical Center in Pittsfield, MA. She was the wife of Roger Hall Sr., of Hoosick, NY; they were married for sixty-seven years. Roger met Viola in 1946 when she was working at the candy counter at the Woolworth store in Bennington, VT.

Born on March 8, 1926, in West Charleston, VT, Viola was the daughter of Howard and Kate (Stevens) Page. She was educated at North Stafford High School in New Hampshire. Viola was employed at the former Tansitor in Bennington as a Quality Control Supervisor. She and her husband enjoyed camping and were members of the Teton RV Club. Viola also liked doing arts and crafts and was a Den Mother for Pack 67 in Hoosick.

Survivors, other than her husband Roger Sr., include her sons, Roger Hall Jr. of Hoosick Falls, NY, and Rodney Hall and wife Donna of Shaftsbury, VT, her brother Milton Page of Lancaster, NH, five grandchildren, Linda Barnes, Raeann Hall, Russell Hall, Ross Hall, Jennifer Weber, and two great-grandchildren, John Barnes and Alexandria Hall. Viola is pre-deceased by a son, Eli Francis Hall, a sister, Vera Page, and two brothers, Carlton and George Page.

Funeral services were Saturday, November 23, at 10 am from the Mahar Funeral Home, 43 Main Street, Hoosick Falls, NY, 12090. Burial followed the service at the Mapletown Cemetery in Hoosick.

Relatives and friends called at the funeral home on Friday from 4 to 7 pm. Memorial contributions may be made to the Center for Nursing & Rehabilitation at Hoosick Falls (formerly the Hoosick Falls Health Center) through the funeral home.

Hoosick Town Board Action – 2014 Budget Approved

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by Bea Peterson

At the meeting on Thursday, November 14, the Town of Hoosick Board passed the 2014 budget with little fanfare. There were no changes made to the budget from the preliminary to final stage. Overall there was a 1.51 percent decrease from the budget of the previous year. Though there was no fuss at the Board meeting, there was some fuss at the Public Hearing on November 7. [Read more…] about Hoosick Town Board Action – 2014 Budget Approved

Christmas Trees Are Coming December 7

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submitted by Lion Judy 

The Town of Hoosick Lions Club is again selling fresh cut Christmas trees. Come early! We again will be at the empty gas station lot just about across the street from Tops Market on Rt. 22. Our members are happy to help you tie your tree onto your car roof – please remember your ropes!

All profits go to our helping our community, so please do your part and support your local Lions Club. For a holiday stocking-stuffer, please support us by purchasing Lions Club Mints located at the following locations: Falls Diner, Hoosick Auto, Hoosick Federal Credit Union, Key Bank, Village Primary Care, Curtis Lumber, Weeb’s, Maggie’s Hair Salon, Picasso’s Restaurant or at Tops Market. All locations are in Hoosick.

Also on Saturday, December 7, the Lions Club will have a spot in the Armory for children’s ID kits. Our mints and box for eye glass donations with be there. A short DVD will run showing what we do with your used, donated eyeglasses and now hearing aids as well. Please support us at both events this holiday season. Our motto is “We serve!”

North Hoosick FD Kids Dance

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The North Hoosick Fire Department will hold a kids dance at the firehouse on Rt. 22 on Friday, November 22. Students ages 9 to 15 in the area schools are invited to attend the dance which will begin at 7 pm. Students will be able to dance to music until 10 pm. Parents must sign their child out after the dance.

Kevin McGuire Is Scrooge In A New Staging Of Dickens’ A Christmas Carol

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Broadway star Kevin McGuire returns to the Capital Repertory Theatre as Ebenezer Scrooge in Patrick Barlow’s rousing new adaptation of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol. McGuire – who founded the Theater Company at Hubbard Hall – plays a decidedly different Scrooge downtown, surrounded by actor/musicians who remember the fun found in the original tale.  [Read more…] about Kevin McGuire Is Scrooge In A New Staging Of Dickens’ A Christmas Carol