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Pioneer Fish and Game Club Meets To Elect Officers, Review Year’s Many And Varied Activities

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submitted by Ed Sukuskas

Pioneer Fish and Game Club, Inc. held its 69th yearly election on September 23 at the Club’s grounds in Potter Hill. Ed Sukuskas was re-elected  as president, as were the rest of the nominees: Rodd Post, vice-president; Gary Sargood, secretary; and Dick Ogden, treasurer. [Read more…] about Pioneer Fish and Game Club Meets To Elect Officers, Review Year’s Many And Varied Activities

October Events at Grafton Lakes State Park, Bennington Battlefield

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Monday, October 12: Fall Foliage Hike at Bennington Battlefield at 10:30 am. Did you know we’ve added trails to this historic site? Come walk over the grounds where few trees stood during the battle 238 years ago, but majestic maples now adorn the hillsides with fall colors. The Battlefield is located off of Route 67 in Hoosick Falls. Pre-register: 279-1155. [Read more…] about October Events at Grafton Lakes State Park, Bennington Battlefield

Small Towns In Eastern Rensselaer County Struggle To Keep Local Ambulance Service

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By Doug La Rocque

Many are aware that some area volunteer ambulance corps have been suffering from a lack of personnel.  The Eastwick Press has reported on the dilemma several times. Every now and then the situation becomes more critical.   [Read more…] about Small Towns In Eastern Rensselaer County Struggle To Keep Local Ambulance Service

American House Demolition Will Be Costly

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by Deb Alter

The American House on Elm Street was the subject of a Public Hearing on September 28 at Hoosick Village Hall. Building Inspector Mark Surdam has tracked down the owner, who had been located in Las Vegas, Nevada the last time there was correspondence with him; he now lives in Tel Aviv, Israel. After several certified letters to the owner had been returned unanswered, he finally responded. There were several emails back and forth, one of which informed the owner that he needed to come to the September 28 public hearing and show proof that the building does not need to be demolished, or the Village would take action. Surdam received an email from the property owner stating that he intended to “put it [the American House] back together,” but could not come to a public hearing to argue his case that the building is salvageable until November 28. [Read more…] about American House Demolition Will Be Costly

Public Archaeology & Volunteering Day At Bennington Battlefield

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On Saturday, October 24 a Public Archaeology Day will be held at the Bennington Battlefield State Historic Site in Walloomsac, NY off Route 67. The event is open to the general public and free of charge. Consultants with Commonwealth Cultural Resources Group, Inc. and NYS Parks employees will be on hand to share the history of the battle, provide demonstrations of both metal detecting and ground penetrating radar equipment as well as to discuss the future of the site. Additionally, volunteer metal detectorists with experience are invited to directly assist the consultants. [Read more…] about Public Archaeology & Volunteering Day At Bennington Battlefield

Hoosick Hootenanny Celebrates Local Producers October 17

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The Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation (formerly Hoosick Falls Health Center) Foundation presents Hoosick Hootenanny! Join the celebration of local flavors on October 17 from 3 pm to 8 pm at the Town of Hoosick Park. The Hootenanny will feature a local, honest ingredient meal, craft beer, wine, cider, music, tastings and products found in our own backyard. With local sponsors Tiashoke Farm of Buskirk, Brown’s Brewing Co. of Walloomsac and Troy, and Adirondack Winery of Lake George, attendees are sure to have a delicious time and discover extraordinary local products.  [Read more…] about Hoosick Hootenanny Celebrates Local Producers October 17