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Stephentown Election Results

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by David Flint
The only election contest in Stephentown was for Town Council, but the two Democratic incumbents, Chris Demick and PJ Roder, won easily with 33% and 31% of the vote respectively, beating out Republican challengers Jason Guilbeault and Bob Parisi.
The Republicans had cross endorsed Democratic incumbents Cyril Grant for Town Justice and Aldie Goodermote for Highway Superintendent. The Democrats did not put up any candidates to oppose Republican incumbents Larry Eckhardt for Town Supervisor, Stephanie Wagar for Town Clerk or Ruth Rieger for Tax Collector.

Cantering Cowpokes Receive 4-H Blue Ribbon For Herdsmanship

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submitted by Christina Shupe
On October 19 the Cantering Cowpokes 4-H Club attended the Rensselaer County End-Of-Year Banquet at the Poestenkill Fire Hall. This banquet was for all the 4-H clubs involved in horses to get together and celebrate their achievements of the past year. Awards are given out; people are congratulated, and food is eaten.
[Read more…] about Cantering Cowpokes Receive 4-H Blue Ribbon For Herdsmanship

SML Offers Grant Seeking Workshops

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The Stephentown Memorial Library will offer “How to Write a Grant” workshop on Monday, November 18, at 6:30 pm and a “How to Create  a Budget’ workshop on Thursday, December 5, at 6:30 pm.
The Grant Writing workshop will provide guidance on development of a statement of need, addressing the funder’s priorities, creating program descriptions, budgets and evaluation plans.
The “How to Create a Budget” workshop will teach participants the basics of budget development for grants, programs and business plans.  Attendees will learn how to plan for and financially represent  revenue sources, staffing, operations and capital expenses. This workshop is an excellent introduction for anyone who needs to build a budget for a new business venture, a new or ongoing program or a grant application.
The workshops are ideal for people who want to find and apply for grants, people who are interested in writing a business plan and those who want to enhance their resumé by adding these valuable skills.
Please register by calling the Stephentown Memorial Library at 518-733-5750.

Tsatsawassa Protective Fire Company Breakfast

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The Tsatsawassa Protective Fire Company will serve its monthly breakfast at the firehouse on Sunday, November 17, from 8 to 11:30 am. Breakfast consists of your choice of French toast or pancakes together with bacon or sausage, toast, orange juice, beverages and eggs prepared to your order for a cost of $6 with children under five served free.
The firehouse is located behind the post office near the intersection of Routes 20 and 66 North in the hamlet of Brainard and is handicap accessible. For more information call 518-766-3815.

Leon A. Morse, Sr.

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Hancock – Leon A. Morse, Sr., 81, passed away on Saturday, November 2, 2013, at the Hillcrest Commons Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Pittsfield, MA.
Born in Bennington, VT, Leon was the son of the late Wayne and Ethel Montgomery Morse. He was raised in Bennington where he received his education. He later served his country proudly in the U.S. Army from the time of his enlistment in 1952 until his honorable discharge in 1961. Leon owned and operated Leon’s Shell Service in both North Lebanon, NY, and Stephentown, NY, and Hancock Auto Repair in Hancock, MA. He retired in 1992, as a truck driver, from Henry V. Rabouin, Inc. Trucking Company in Hancock.
Leon enjoyed the times spent with family and friends, restoring antique cars and fishing. He was a motorcycle enthusiast and avid wood worker.
Leon is survived by his beloved wife, Barbara L. Cure Morse, to whom he was married on June 16, 1960, in Rutland, VT. He was the loving father of Kelly L. Morse and wife Maggie Brown Morse of Hancock, Tracy Jo and husband Martin Rogers of Pittsfield, Whitney L. Morse-Koffi and Emile Koffi of Pittsfield, Leon A. Morse, Jr. and wife Julie of Berlin, NY, Wade Morse and wife Niki of Hancock and Joanne George of Bennington. He was the brother of Eleanor Harvey of Shaftsbury, VT, and the late Doris Babson, Marjorie Bond, Kennen, Wayne, Ted and Marie Morse. He is also survived by 23 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren as well as several nieces and nephews.
A funeral service for Leon was held on Tuesday, November 5, at 11 am in the Hall & Higgins Funeral Home, 457 NY Route 43, Stephentown. Interment followed, with military honors, in Hancock Cemetery. Friends were invited and visited with Leon’s family on Monday, November 4, from 4 to 7 pm at the funeral home. For those wishing to remember Leon in a special way, his family asks that donations be made to the Hillcrest Commons Nursing Home, 169 Valentine Road, Pittsfield, MA, 01201, in his memory.

Stephentown Town Board Action – Crime Story

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by David Flint
Another Arrest In Holloway Incident

On Monday the Rensselaer County Sheriff’s Office announced that Sheriff’s Investigators had arrested one more individual for the criminal behavior involved in the incident that took place at retired NFL player Brian Holloway’s property in Stephentown. [Read more…] about Stephentown Town Board Action – Crime Story

Stephentown Memorial Library Events

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• Halloween Howls Party – Young children and families are invited to the Stephentown Library on Saturday, October 26, at 2:30 pm for our annual Halloween Party. Join us for spooky stories, crafts, games, seasonal refreshments and watch a family friendly Halloween movie. Wear your costumes for a costume parade around the Library. Registration is requested.
• Family Movie Night – Enjoy a showing of the recently released family film, Monsters University, on Friday, November 1, at 6:30 pm. This fun family film is a prequel to the beloved Monsters, Inc. This movie is rated G. Popcorn and drinks will be served. This event is free, and all are welcome.
For more information, call the Stephentown Memorial Library at 733-5750. Check our website,www.stephentownlibrary.org for regular updates.