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Hoosick Democrats Host Fall Wine And Cheese Party

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The Town of Hoosick Democrats will host their annual Fall Wine and Cheese Party this Sunday, October 21, from 4 to 7 pm at The Sand Bar. The public is invited to come and meet the candidates including Democratic candidate for Highway Superintendent Bill Shiland III.  Everyone is invited to come and enjoy a light fare of appetizers, cheese, crackers, wine and cold beverages. Tickets are on sale at Thorpe’s Pharmacy from Jim Monahan, or you can call Bob Ryan at 686-4857, Kevin O’Malley, Marie O’Neil at 686-4829, Maggie Casey at 686-7367, Marilyn Douglas at 686-9707 or Bob Melesky at 686-5069. Tickets will also be sold at the door. Tickets cost $10.

Dedication Of The Brigadier General James J. Kenney Memorial Highway

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The Rensselaer County Legislature will join with local officials, family, friends and veterans Saturday in unveiling the Brigadier General James J. Kenney Memorial Highway on State Route 7 near the Tomhannock Reservoir.
The ceremony will take place Saturday, October 20, at 11 am at the Tomhannock Reservoir fishing area parking lot, next to Lakeshore Drive.
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Hoosick Grange News

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Hoosick Grange met on October 10 with its new slate of officers. Master David Cornell conducted the business meeting. After the meeting the Lecturer with the Grangers planned meetings and refreshment committees for the year. Everyone could suggest changes and give their opinion.
The New York State Grange 140th Annual Session will be held in Cortland, NY, on October 19 through 23. Martha Babbitt will be going as Delegate-at-Large. The rolled sugar cookie contest will be held. In 2013, next year, the contest will be Plain Baking Powder Biscuits.
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Knights Of Columbus Buffet Breakfast

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The Knights of Columbus are having a buffet breakfast at the Immaculate Conception Church in Hoosick Falls on Sunday, October 21, from 10 am to noon.  The breakfast features homemade waffles, eggs, home fries, sausage, coffee and oj.  The price for adults is $6, $3 for children under 12.

Hoosick Town Board Action – Town Pool Cost Is An Issue

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by Bea Peterson
The Town of Hoosick Board meeting was held on Tuesday, October 9, instead of Monday in deference to the Columbus Day holiday.
Mid-meeting Councilman Bruce Patire asked residents for their patience and understanding as the Board deals with the upcoming budget. “Businesses are asked for more from less people,” he said. “It is difficult for us. There are only so many things we can do in the next year or two.” He said they want to hold taxes down, but there are decisions to be made to save the Town Pool and to fix roads. “We’re looking at a health insurance increase of ten percent, minimum,” he said. “We have to make hard decisions.”
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St. Mary’s Academy Cow Plop And Car Show

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by Pat Hayes and Bea Peterson
It was cool and overcast Sunday, October 7, for the Annual St. Mary’s Academy Cow Plop and Car Show at the Town of Hoosick Athletic Fields. Youngsters were oblivious to the weather as they enjoyed hay rides, bouncy bounce, pumpkin painting, games and laser tag from morning to afternoon. There was plenty of food for everyone, plus raffles, a silent auction, politicians and, of course, the main event – the Cow Plop.
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Suicide Prevention Walk

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More than 125 people gathered outside St. Mark’s Church in Hoosick Falls on Sunday to participate in the HAYC3 third annual Suicide Prevention Walk. Many people, affected by the loss of a loved one through suicide, signed prayer flags and hung them on lines strung in front of the Church. Others placed names on luminaries commemorating lost friends or family. The Immaculate Conception Church bell tolled as the walk began down Main Street to John Street, then Church Street to the point and back up Main Street. [Read more…] about Suicide Prevention Walk

Hoosick Lions Cook Out

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The Town of Hoosick Lions Club will again be cooking out, rain or shine, at the Saturday, October 20, Fall Festival held annually at the Hoosick Falls Central School.  The event runs from  9 am to 3 pm. For those of you having a craft booth inside, you will have the opportunity to have your food order placed by one of our Lions and have it delivered right to you! No need to leave your items unattended!
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