by Andy Zlotnick
Boy Scout Troop 222 provided several scouts and leaders to help with a spaghetti dinner held at the Petersburgh Veterans Memorial Community Center for the Votra family on December 14. Many Community members came together to assist with the fundraiser that Friday night. Since the Votra family lost their house to a fire on November 26 the community has risen to the challenge. Over 200 meals were served and all the funds raised go directly to the family.
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Hoosick Falls Scout Troop 63 Takes C.P.R. Training
It Takes A Village To Make A Village Thrive; Volunteer Days At The Armory
HAYC3 is about to embark on the ambitious task of readying the Armory for new events and programs to benefit the entire community, and we need your help.
Volunteer Days will be held January 12 and 13 and February 16 and 23 starting at 9 am. With a bit of elbow grease, good humor and love from the entire community, we’ll be able to revive this beautiful structure into a thriving hub for events, markets, galleries, recreation, studios and more. If you can hold a paintbrush, push a broom, make a sandwich, change a light bulb or simply make a neighbor laugh, then you are more than qualified and, more importantly, needed!
Please stop by for any period that fits into your busy schedule. Any gift of time will be greatly appreciated. For more information call 686-9050.
A Stardusters Christmas
by Bea Peterson
The men and women of the Stardusters Band looked sharp in their black slacks, white shirts and red bow ties on Sunday afternoon, December 16. They played their first ever Christmas Concert. It was held at the Community Alliance Church. Their audience was treated to new and exciting arrangements of familiar holiday music. [Read more…] about A Stardusters Christmas
Former Petersburgh Resident Publishes Third Book
William C. Webster, who grew up on the family farm on Armsby Road in Petersburgh, has published his third book, a work of fiction entitled Wentworth Rock. A sequel to his first two books, the story is centered in rural areas of Vermont and New Hampshire and holds fast to the Jeffersonian ideals that characterized his previous works.
Webster attended the tiny, one room Petersburgh School District Number Three for his elementary years. After graduating from Hoosick Falls Central School in 1962, he attended Susquehanna University, where he received a Bachelor of Arts Degree in history and government. He earned a Master of Arts Degree in history from East Stroudsburg University and taught history, government and economics in the Delaware Valley School District for thirty years.
To find more about Webster’s three books and to read his monthly newsletter, visit his website at www.wcwebster.com.
Hoosick Grange News
It was our Christmas Party night at Hoosick Grange on December 12. We welcomed the Mennonite Singers and their families. The program started at 7:30 pm. They sang many of the traditional Christmas songs, ending with “We Wish You a Merry Christmas” with everyone singing along with them. Marion Hynick thanked the group for a great performance. They were invited for some delicious refreshments of ice cream, punch and lots of goodies. This was a nice time to visit with them.
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St. Mary’s Academy Students Spread Christmas Cheer
Letter To The Editor – NY Alert
To the Editor:
In the December 21 article concerning the Town of Berlin’s taking possession of the former Berlin Lumber property and subsequent Town Board meeting notes, a small notation was made under the subtitle “NY Alert” in which Ivan Wager said that “eventually private citizens will be able to register for alerts.” It should be noted that this is not an eventuality but a reality: Citizens can sign up for email and/or telephone alerts by visiting the NY Alert Civilian Portal at https://users.nyalert.gov/.
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Automotive Students Visit Performance Auto & Body Repair
submitted by Lorraine Brownell
A group of Hoosick Falls students in Mr. Nielsen’s Automotive Technology course took a tour of the facilities at Performance Auto & Body Repair, a body shop located in Eagle Bridge. Students learned first hand the challenges employees in the collision repair industry face.
Owner Monty Wolfrum provided a detailed explanation of his business beginning with the computerized damage appraisal and ending with the financial constraints that must be adhered to in repairing a vehicle.
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Memories Of The Fifties At The Stephentown Historical Society
Polish up your penny loafers and let out your poodle skirt for an evening of Memories of the Fifties at the Stephentown Historical Society meeting on Monday, January 7, at 7:30 pm. Learn what was happening in Stephentown during that decade from a panel of “local experts.” What were entertainments and sports? Where did we shop or buy a car? What landmarks would we see? Bring along any personal or town photos and memorabilia from that time if you like.
The meeting will be at the Stephentown Heritage Center on Garfield Road, Stephentown, New York. It is free and open to the public. The building is handicapped accessible. For directions or information, phone 518-733-0010.