The Stephentown Memorial Library has increased its DVD collection. You can borrow DVDs from the Library online or by coming in to view the selection. DVDs can be on loan for seven days. [Read more…] about Stephentown Memorial Library Has New DVDs
Local News
Berlin Fire Department Breakfast
On Sunday, June 7, from 7 to 11 am, the Berlin Fire Department will be holding its monthly breakfast. [Read more…] about Berlin Fire Department Breakfast
New Open Burning Law Still Not Needed in Rural Areas
news release from the Legislative Republican Majority
Rural communities and residents will still be unfairly affected by a proposed ban by New York State on open burning, even with changes by the State to the proposal, said Rensselaer County Legislator Lester Goodermote.
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Quadricentennial Celebration Events Calendar Available
Rensselaer County Executive Kathleen M. Jimino has announced the release of the County’s Quadricentennial Calendar of events celebrating the 400th anniversary of the voyages of Henry Hudson and Samuel de Champlain, as well as the 200th Anniversary of Robert Fulton’s maiden journey up the Hudson River on the first successful steamboat.
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County Urges Caution On Lyme Disease
Rensselaer County Executive Kathleen M. Jimino is urging residents to take proper precautions in order to defend themselves from exposure to Lyme disease. Last year their were 542 probable or confirmed cases of the disease in Rensselaer County.
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Grayson Donahue Downing
by Penobscot Bay Medical Center
Grayson Donahue Downing was born Feb. 15, 2009, at Penobscot Bay Medical Center in Rockport, ME, to Brian and Jasmin Downing of Waldoboro, ME. He weighed 8 pounds, 8 ounces and measured 21 inches long. [Read more…] about Grayson Donahue Downing
Tinkhams Celebrate 25th Anniversary
Rick Tinkham and Pamela Sherman, were wed on May 12, 1984, and recently celebrated their 25th anniversary at the Hoosick Falls Country Club. [Read more…] about Tinkhams Celebrate 25th Anniversary
The New Director At The Everett Wagar Senior Center
by Bea Peterson
Penny Jones is still settling into her new job as Director of the Rensselaer County Everett Wager Senior Center in Grafton. She has been on the job for two weeks. Jones was Assistant Director of the Troy Center for 13 years. [Read more…] about The New Director At The Everett Wagar Senior Center
Hoosick Falls Health Center Celebrates National Nursing Home Week
The Hoosick Falls Health Center residents and staff recently celebrated National Nursing Home Week. It all began with a “Mother’s Day Social” followed by special events each day of the week. [Read more…] about Hoosick Falls Health Center Celebrates National Nursing Home Week
Dyken Pond Events
Full Moon Paddle
Paddle into the stillness of the night under a full strawberry moon on Dyken Pond. [Read more…] about Dyken Pond Events