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Gloria A. Hunt

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Hoosick Falls – Gloria A. Hunt, 75, passed away on Friday, March 14, 2014, at the Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation in Hoosick Falls, NY, with her family by her side. She was the wife of the late Earl Hunt Sr., who died in 1991.

Born on October 20, 1938, in Johnsonville, NY, Gloria was the daughter of the late William and Mary (Hansen) Cox. She formerly worked at the Undergarment and Barclay’s, both in Hoosick Falls, and later at C.B. Sports in Bennington, VT, from where she retired. Gloria enjoyed crafts and spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Survivors include her children, Patricia Arnold of Hoosick Falls, Dale Hunt of Troy, NY, Gail Dryden of Ravena, NY, Brenda McGlamory and husband Sid of Crawfordville, FL, Marlene Hunt of Eagle Bridge, NY, Darlene Bradley and husband Mike of Cambridge, NY, Pamela Hunt of Hoosick Falls, Jeffrey Hunt of Cambridge, NY, Earl (Jake) Hunt Jr. and Robert Hunt both of Hoosick Falls, and a stepson, Earl (Butch) Hunt Jr. of Pittstown, NY. Gloria is also survived by a sister, Rose Burns of Clifton Park, NY, 28 grandchildren and 31 great-grandchildren as well as numerous nieces and nephews. She is pre-deceased by two sisters, Evelyn Cox and Sylvia Meier, two brothers, Charles and Frank Cox, and a stepdaughter, Priscilla (Pat) Hunter.

Funeral services are Thursday, March 20, at 5 pm from the First Baptist Church on Main Street in Hoosick Falls. Burial will be at the convenience of the family. Relatives and friends may call at the Church on Thursday from 4 pm until the start of the service. Arrangements are under the care of the Mahar Funeral Home, 43 Main Street in Hoosick Falls, NY, 12090. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association of America through the funeral home.

Rensselaer Land Trust Events

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All events are free and open to the public. Go to www.renstrust.org or call 518-659-5263 for more information.

• Solar Energy: Cooperating With Your Neighbors to Save Money – Thursday, March 27, at 7 pm at the East Greenbush Library. “Community Solar” is an initiative to increase the use of solar energy in Troy and local communities and reduce its cost for participants. Steve Andersen will share information about how solar electric energy works then introduce the innovative community solar program which has already been implemented in communities in Tompkins County and Madison County. Jaron Kuppers, a homeowner in Troy, will share his experience with the installation of rental solar. Global warming, children’s futures – you can make a difference within your budget

• Finding the Mohican Indians in Rensselaer County with Shirley W. Dunn – Sunday, March 30, at 2 pm at the East Greenbush Library. Learn about the Mohican Indians, first inhabitants of Rensselaer County, how they met Henry Hudson, how and where they lived and how their role in local history has been overlooked because of emphasis on the Iroquois, who lived far inland. Speaker Shirley W. Dunn will show the locations of some of the Mohican villages in Rensselaer County and name some of the Mohican leaders of past centuries who not only signed land deeds but helped the newly arrived Dutch. Shirley Dunn is the author of three books about the local Mohican Indians.

Two Truck Accidents In One Week On Route 7

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by Bea Peterson

A ride along Route 7 in Hoosick on Wednesday morning, March 12, confirmed that guardrails are down in four places along the north side of Route 7, the westbound lane, between Tibbitts Forest and the Man of Kent Restaurant. Prominent orange and white barrels mark the areas where the rails should be standing.

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Grafton’s Settlement With Tyler Sawyer

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by Alex Brooks

The Eastwick Press filed a Freedom of Information Request with the Town of Grafton to learn the substance of the settlement the Town insurer reached with Tyler Sawyer to resolve his $1 million suit against the Town, former Deputy Supervisor Cathy Goyer and former Town Bookkeeper Victoria Nellis. Sawyer claimed damage to his professional reputation from comments made publicly by the two Town officials.

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Hoosick Town Board Action – Salt Purchase Settled

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by Bea Peterson

Since there had been much fuss over Bill Shiland ordering salt before he was Highway Superintendent and without authorization, Supervisor Mark Surdam thought it best to discuss the issue in public, which he did at the Hoosick Town Board meeting on Monday, March 10. He noted that “the case is no longer going on” and the bill should be paid. All members of the Board agreed. However, Councilman Bruce Patire wanted to make a statement. [Read more…] about Hoosick Town Board Action – Salt Purchase Settled

Grafton Town Board Action – A Fracas

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by Alex Brooks

The Grafton Town Board meeting this month was a bit of a circus, with more argument and drama than substantive action. The first controversy that erupted was over a letter to the Town Board from Sheryl Sawyer, former Town Supervisor Tyler Sawyer’s wife. Councilman Rick Ungaro read the letter out loud at the meeting. [Read more…] about Grafton Town Board Action – A Fracas

Village Of Hoosick Falls Board Action – Help Choose A Village Sign

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by Bea Peterson

At the Hoosick Falls Village Board meeting on Tuesday, March 11, the Board agreed to purchase three hand carved 5×5 foot welcome signs to be placed at the entrances to the Village. The signs will cost $2,500 apiece and will have a Grandma Moses painting on them. An additional $2,500 had to be paid to the Moses Corporation to use the painting. The cost will be covered by Economic Development funds. [Read more…] about Village Of Hoosick Falls Board Action – Help Choose A Village Sign