The Annual Stephen Colvin Football Tournament was held Saturday, June 4, at Hoosick Falls Central School. Nineteen teams, each composed of about eight players who paid $15 each to participate, made up the field. [Read more…] about Colvin Tournament Raises $4000
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Polish Hall’s 8th Annual Poker Run Held June 4
submitted by Noreen O’Brien-Hall
The Polish Hall held its 8th Annual Poker Run on June 4th, that benefits the McGovern Cancer Fund, and was again a success! A beautiful day was had by all, with 70 registered participants. $1409 was collected by participants and donations, and was presented to Pat Hayes, chairperson of the McGovern Fund. Every year, the Polish Hall donates up to $1,000.00 of matched funds as well. [Read more…] about Polish Hall’s 8th Annual Poker Run Held June 4
Voice Of A Vet’s Adopt a Serviceman Program
Keeping Our Fallen Heroes’ Memories Alive
submitted by Gail Smith
Voice of a Vet is excited to launch its new “Adopt a Serviceman” program. This unique program gives individuals, family and community members, organizations, clubs, churches and other groups an opportunity to purchase a beautifully detailed cross memorial that will bear the name of a fallen Town of Hoosick serviceman, when and where he died, and the war in which he served. [Read more…] about Voice Of A Vet’s Adopt a Serviceman Program
Miss Olivia’s Classical Dance Extravaganza
Miss Olivia’s British School of Ballet in Hoosick Falls will be performing a classical dance concert. The first half of the program will be the ballet “Coppelia.” [Read more…] about Miss Olivia’s Classical Dance Extravaganza
Cheney Library Chair Lift Installed
The Wreath Auction held in November 2015 raised enough money for the Friends of Cheney Library to purchase a stair chair to go from the main floor of the library to the basement level. [Read more…] about Cheney Library Chair Lift Installed
Upcoming Cheney Library Events
On June 11, 2016 at 10 am Cheney Library will host Kimalie Wassick. Kimalie graduated from Endicott College and has been working as a professional artist since then. She is well known for her colorful paintings, sculptures, murals, and whimsical interiors. [Read more…] about Upcoming Cheney Library Events
Hoosick Grange News
submitted by Corinne Philpott
It was the week of Memorial Day and Master David Cornell presided over the meeting on May 25. Donations for the three prizes at the Hoosick Falls Central School, and donations to NY State Grange were taken care of. Other business and delegates to State Grange were brought up. [Read more…] about Hoosick Grange News
Bennington Battlefield “Path Through History Weekend”
The Bennington Battlefield State Historic Site will host two “History on the Hill” sessions on Saturday, June 18 at 10 am and 3 pm as part of New York State’s “Path Through History weekend.” Musicians, speakers, and reenactors will be on hand to share the history of the battle. [Read more…] about Bennington Battlefield “Path Through History Weekend”
Big Turnout For Hoosick Falls Memorial Day Parade
It Was A Gorgeous, Unexpectedly Sunny Day, Perfect For A Parade!
After the traditional rites and festivities that included several flag raisings and laying of wreaths, the parade began. Led by the Legion Colors and Grand Marshall Steve Marcoux, participants marched the traditional route starting north on Main Street and ending back at Wood Park. [Read more…] about Big Turnout For Hoosick Falls Memorial Day Parade
Congressman Gibson Announces Passage Of Legislation Updating EPA Toxic Chemical Regulations
Congressman Chris Gibson (NY-19) announced the passage in the House yesterday of HR 2576, the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act, which modernizes the Toxic Substances Control Act to institute more rigorous oversight of thousands of chemicals that are used commercially. [Read more…] about Congressman Gibson Announces Passage Of Legislation Updating EPA Toxic Chemical Regulations