The New Lebanon Seniors will hold the AARP safe driving class for those seniors who wish to renew their discount on car insurance. [Read more…] about New Lebanon Seniors Sponsor AARP Safe Driving Course
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Helen Lamphier Hyatt
Berlin – Helen Lamphier Hyatt, 95, entered into eternal rest after a brief illness, on Wednesday, March 25, 2009, at the Village at Fillmore Pond in Bennington, VT, with her niece Tena at her side. [Read more…] about Helen Lamphier Hyatt
Margaret M. Archer
Hoosick Falls – Margaret M. Archer, 94, died Tuesday, March 31, 2009, at the Centers for Living and Rehabilitation in Bennington, VT. She had resided on Cummings Street in Hoosick Falls, NY.
Memorial Service For Avis Dorr
Hoosick Falls – Avis Dorr of River St., Hoosick Falls, NY, died December 3, 2008. Friends are invited to a Memorial Service and Celebration of her life at the First United Church, Presbyterian, Main St., Hoosick Falls, on Saturday, April 11, 2009, at 11 am.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Avis’ memory to the First United Church, Presbyterian or the Town of Hoosick Rescue Squad.
Spring Break Programs At Grafton Lakes State Park And Bennington Battlefield
Grafton Lakes State Park and Bennington Battlefield will provide fun and educational programs for young people during Spring Break week, April 13 to 17. [Read more…] about Spring Break Programs At Grafton Lakes State Park And Bennington Battlefield
Bald Eagles Nest In North Petersburgh
by Bea Peterson
Drive North along Route 22 and two fields past Route 346 on the right, along the Hoosic River near the intersection with the Little Hoosic River, you may be fortunate enough to see a bald eagle sitting on a nest high in a cottonwood tree. In recent weeks folks have been watching a pair build their nest. [Read more…] about Bald Eagles Nest In North Petersburgh
Fumes Close Hoosick Falls Rite Aid
by Bea Peterson
The Hoosick Falls Fire Department responded to a call at the Rite Aid on Main St. in Hoosick Falls at 1:30 on Monday afternoon. Chief Jonathan Coon said when the sump pumps failed in the basement of the store and water collected on the floor, employees noticed the water had an oily sheen on it. They then noticed an oily residue leaking in through the wall on the parking lot side of the building. The store was evacuated and firefighters wearing air packs entered the structure to take chemical readings. “The place had an ‘oily/varnish’ smell,” said the Chief. Signs were placed on the doors stating that the Rite Aid was closed until further notice.
Grafton Will Wait For Route 2 Improvements
by Bea Peterson
Highway Superintendent Herbert Hasbrouck told the Grafton Town Board at its regular meeting on Thursday, March 19, that the latest update he had from the State was that improvements to Route 2 had been bounced back to 2011. [Read more…] about Grafton Will Wait For Route 2 Improvements
History Can Be Found In Stephentown Cemeteries
by David Flint
As Stephentown celebrates its 225th anniversary, interest is focused on the Town’s origins and its history. A lot of that history can be found in the Town’s cemeteries and burial grounds.
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Hoosick Rescue Squad Receives Grant For Defibrillators
by Bea Peterson
On Wednesday, March 11, representatives from Fireman’s Fund and Marshall & Sterling Insurance Companies met with members of the Hoosick Rescue Squad to present the Squad with a grant check for $5,300 to purchase two new automated external defibrillators (AEDs) to replace two outdated models. [Read more…] about Hoosick Rescue Squad Receives Grant For Defibrillators