Eastern Rensselaer County's Community Newspaper
by Deb Alter
At Eastwick Physical Therapy, it’s not just physical therapy. Mary Bradley, who owns the practice, is also a Lymphedema Certified Therapist. There are not too many of them in this area, so Bradley is a real asset to the Eastern Rensselaer region. [Read more…] about Physical Therapy For Lymph System Health
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 State Historic Site Celebrates “Path Through History Weekend”
Southern Vermont College (SVC) is pleased to exhibit “Catastrophe Hats and Other Recent Works” by Southern Vermont artist Maggi Randall. The exhibit is available for viewing June 4 through July 8 in Everett Mansion’s Burgdorff Gallery. The public and friends of the artist are encouraged to attend Randall’s opening reception on Saturday, June 4, from 3 to 5 pm. in the Gallery. The Gallery is open Monday through Friday from 9 am to 5 pm and on weekends by arrangement with the Campus Safety Office. [Read more…] about A Must-See Exhibit: “Catastrophe Hats and Other Recent Works” by Artist Maggi Randall
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Cub Scout Pack 64, Wolf Den 6 (Andrew Shiland, Caleb Driscoll, Carter Driscoll, and Zekiel Becker) planted the flower containers for the village and the flowers in front of the Civil War Monument on High Street in preparation for Memorial Day. [/private]
On June 11 at 10 am Cheney Library will host Kimalie Wassick. [Read more…] about Noted Children’s Book Illustrator Coming To Cheney Library
On the evening of May 19 Clara Barton entertained us at the Cheney Library. [Read more…] about Clara Barton Appearance At Cheney
by Steve Bradley
The Town of Hoosick Baseball and Softball League fields were filled to the brim with softball players as the league hosted its biggest tournament ever over the weekend. According to league president Ted Senecal, over 200 girls from 21 teams competed for trophies and bragging rights on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. [Read more…] about Softball Tournament A Big Success
by Alex Brooks
On Thursday May 19, The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency issued a revised health advisory for PFOA and PFOS, which establishes 70 parts per trillion as the standard. Water with a greater concentration than 70 parts per trillion should not be used on a long-term basis as drinking water. [Read more…] about EPA Sets New Health Standard For PFOA At 70 Parts Per Trillion
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Celebrates Community Spirit
by Deb Alter
The new Castle Playground came into being in just three days. That is, it was assembled by community volunteers on May 19, 20 and 21, but it’s been more than a year in the making. The old Castle Playground was a Town landmark ever since it was first built, but in recent years it had become a bit shabby looking, and less safe than it should be. [Read more…] about For Our Kids: New Castle Playground Opens
by Alex Brooks
The thirty-first running of the Wood Memorial Road Race was held on Saturday, May 21. It was excellent running weather. A full complement of Lions Club members and Fire Department volunteers positioned throughout the course, and members of the Hoosick Falls Police Department and the Hoosick Rescue Squad were present. [Read more…] about The Thirty-First Running Of The Wood Memorial
