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New Legislation On Abandoned Buildings Hoosick, Rensselaer County, Other Agencies Work Together To Solve Difficult Problem Of Worthless Real Estate

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by Deb Alter

Senator Kathy Marchione, Chair of the Senate’s Local Government Committee, has announced that her bi-partisan legislation to help local communities address the growing challenge of abandoned buildings has been unanimously passed by the New York State Senate. Hoosick Falls is one of the communities that could benefit from this legislation. It still needs to be passed by the State Assembly. [Read more…] about New Legislation On Abandoned Buildings Hoosick, Rensselaer County, Other Agencies Work Together To Solve Difficult Problem Of Worthless Real Estate

Fractalfest Invites Stephentown Residents

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On the weekend of July 31-August 2, Worcester-based organization Fractaltribe will be presenting its annual project Fractalfest at Gardner’s Farm in Stephentown. Fractaltribe is a community of artists, musicians, and craftsmen dedicated to creating meaningful experiences and immersive atmospheres; celebrations which foster creative expression in a healthy and supportive environment. [Read more…] about Fractalfest Invites Stephentown Residents

BEHOLD! New Lebanon Announces Rural Guide Tours For July 25

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BEHOLD! New Lebanon, the living museum of contemporary rural American life, has announced its Rural Guide schedule for Saturday, July 25, the third week of its inaugural summer programming. The new museum without walls celebrates the rich historical and cultural heritage of New Lebanon.  [Read more…] about BEHOLD! New Lebanon Announces Rural Guide Tours For July 25

Atwater-Donnelly To Perform And Teach At New Lebanon Library

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Aubrey Atwater and Elwood Donnelly will perform at the New Lebanon Library Friday, August 7 at 7 pm. The highly acclaimed husband-wife duo will present a delightful program of traditional American and Celtic folk songs, a capella pieces, old-time gospel songs, dance tunes, and original works. [Read more…] about Atwater-Donnelly To Perform And Teach At New Lebanon Library

Join Hoosick Falls CSD Jazz Band At The Great NY State Fair

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The Hoosick Falls Central School Jazz Band is once again venturing out to The Great New York State Fair! On Saturday, August 29, a group of 25 students, ranging in age from 9th grade through 12th grade, will travel to Syracuse to perform. This year will be the fourth time they’ve done so. They will perform twice, at 2 pm and 4 pm in the Empire Theater. [Read more…] about Join Hoosick Falls CSD Jazz Band At The Great NY State Fair

Stephentown Memorial Library Events

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Free Breakfast & Lunch for kids – through July 31.  We are pleased to have been chosen as a feeding site for this federally funded program.  We will be serving a healthy breakfast and lunch each weekday. Breakfast will be from 8:30 -9:30 am and Lunch will be from 11:30 am to 12:30 pm in the community room.  There is no charge and no income or residency requirement.  All children under age 18 are encouraged to take advantage of this program. The program will run until Monday through Friday until the end of the month. [Read more…] about Stephentown Memorial Library Events

LifeLong WellBeing Opens In Hoosick

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by Bea Peterson

Eileen Kopsaftis’ goal is to help people live well and pain free. She is trained and qualified in a variety of programs that makes that goal possible. Kopsaftis, a physical therapist for more than 20 years, has had a lifelong interest in nutrition. She has managed to combine all her knowledge to offer individuals and families opportunities to improve their lives through functional science, diet and lifestyle intervention. She does not take health insurance, but offers affordable prices for everyone. [Read more…] about LifeLong WellBeing Opens In Hoosick