Written and Submitted by Ann Kiely
On Wednesday, September 21, Grafton Fire Chief Jim Goyer presented a program on the Grafton Fire Department to the Grafton Historical Society. Chief Goyer is the longest serving Fire Chief in Rensselaer County, and has been a member of the fire company since he was sixteen years old, seeing many changes in the department over the years. One thing that has not changed is the commitment of his family to the fire company, as three generations have served. [Read more…] about Grafton Fire Dept. Presentation
Local News
Berlin CSD Board of Education Meeting Highlights
by Chris Tergliafera
The September 20 regular meeting of the Berlin Central School District Board of Education began with an international travel program proposal. The tentative dates for the trip to Italy would be April 6 through 14. As of now the estimated price for the trip would be $3,800 and would include flights, transportation, hotel, and two meals a day. The tentative cap on the number of students who could possibly attend is 30, and it was stated that fundraising opportunities could be available to help raise funds toward the trip. Transportation from the school to the airport was also requested. Superintendent Joseph Dhara stated that while the district would do what they could to help with transportation, they couldn’t currently make any promises due to driver shortages. [Read more…] about Berlin CSD Board of Education Meeting Highlights
A Lifetime of Service
Courtesy of Rensselaer County
It was the early 1960s when 16-year-old Lawrence Cooper of Nassau decided to join his hometown fire department, and was welcomed, somewhat uneasily at first, by the older members of the Village fire unit.
That started a lifetime of service for Larry, who today is still an active member, responding to calls, protecting people and property, and guiding younger firefighters on training and technique. Saturday, September 24, colleagues, friends, and family joined with residents to thank Larry for his service. [Read more…] about A Lifetime of Service
Preparing for the Holiday Season
The Hoosick Area Church Association (HACA) food pantry is stocking up needed supplies to assist over 200 families with food boxes for each of the holidays. With Thanksgiving and Christmas nearing, this is the time of year when the generosity of the community is vital.
This year, with inflation driving up food prices and supply issues leaving some shelves empty, the price of food is increasing and the availability is decreasing. The USDA supplies are smaller than they have been in past years as well. [Read more…] about Preparing for the Holiday Season
Petersburgh Town Board Highlights
by Denise Wright
The September 19 meeting of the Petersburgh Town Board focused on improving some of the Town’s municipal issues but also stressing some upcoming projects.
The meeting began with two presentations. Starry Ridge Farm gave an overview of the third annual Harvest Festival they sponsored on September 24 at the Petersburgh Library. Assessor Craig Surprise gave the second presentation about the potential for a Town reassessment. He thought getting an audit by a third party about the two-year re-evaluation process was where the Town needed to begin. [Read more…] about Petersburgh Town Board Highlights
Annual Walter A. Wood Tractor Show
The Walter A. Wood Tractor and Agriculture Show is coming Saturday, October 1st. Come on over to Walter A. Wood Memorial Park in Hoosick Falls and check out all the antique and vintage tractors, horse-drawn farm equipment and implements, and contemporary machinery that will be on display from 9 am to 4 pm.
The Walter A. Wood Reaping and Mowing Company manufactured horse-drawn farm equipment right here in our village from 1865 to 1924, and sold machinery to farmers in Hoosick and as far away as the Middle East and Russia! The company was a big deal…world famous! It was Wood’s company that made Hoosick Falls a boomtown in the 19th century-—so big that it made us the largest village in the United States.
Come get a good, close-up look at antique tractors and antique horse-drawn implements made by the Wood Company and others, as well as hit-and-miss steam engines, some of which will actually be working. [Read more…] about Annual Walter A. Wood Tractor Show
Brunswick’s Sidewalk to Nowhere
by Doug La Rocque
Prior to the Thursday, September 15 Brunswick Planning Board meeting, a public hearing was held on Paulsen Development’s plan to build a two-story medical building at 112 McChesney Avenue (adjacent to the side entrance to Market 32).
The two main points raised at the hearing where the size of the complex and pedestrian traffic. Ortho NY is the proposed tenant, and one speaker asked if the Brunswick complex would rival the Ortho NY facility on Everett Road in Colonie. The answer was no—in fact it would only be about one fifth of the size. The second issue is whether there would be a sidewalk in front of the building. The developer stated they were not opposed to a sidewalk, but asked if other portions of the road would have sidewalks installed as well. They contest a sidewalk just in front of their building, with no connections on either end, would really be a sidewalk to nowhere and were opposed to such. The also asked if such a sidewalk would actually be on private land, which could make them liable for any injuries. If so, they were again in opposition. [Read more…] about Brunswick’s Sidewalk to Nowhere
Brunswick Tailgate Sale
On Sunday, October 9, from 7:30 am to 12:30 pm, Brunswick Grange will hold their annual fall agricultural tailgate sale at the Schaghticoke Fairgrounds, Rt. 67 and 40. More than 50 vendors will have varieties of chickens, ducks, geese, pigeons, veggies, plants, and other agricultural items. Absolutely NO dogs, cats, puppies, or kittens will be allowed for sale. A donation of $15 per vendor will be charged at the gate. Spectators are free. The event will be held rain or shine. For more information call 518-279-9113.
East Nassau Board of Trustees Highlights
by Denise Wright
The September 14 meeting of the East Nassau Board of Trustees ran a little long this month to make up for not having a meeting during August.
The meeting began with a continuation of the public hearing on a Laier Minor Subdivision. The application is for a 2-lot subdivision of approximately 16.36 acres. One lot will be 5.06 acres, and the other will be around 11.30 acres. According to the surveyor, there is no construction on either lot, and the stream will be the boundary. There was some discussion about if the property was in a flood plain, but it ultimately was decided that this was a straightforward subdivision. The Board approved being a lead agency of this unlisted action after reviewing the SEQRA process. [Read more…] about East Nassau Board of Trustees Highlights
September 23, 2022 Edition
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