The Eastwick Press Newspaper

Eastern Rensselaer County's Community Newspaper

Sports Outdoors

HFCS Bowling Team Season Preview 2010-2011

By

by Coach Bob Lang
The Hoosick Falls bowling team has both experienced and upcoming young bowlers that are ready to defend their Adirondack League title. There are five starters back from last year’s championship team – senior Chris Pelletier, Co-Captain, juniors Cody LaFlamme, Joe Wolfrum and Mitch Andrew and sophomore Bryan Callahan.
[Read more…] about HFCS Bowling Team Season Preview 2010-2011

Youth Basketball Program At PVMCC

By

Love the game of basketball? Interested in learning more about the game? Enjoy playing sports with friends? Then this is the Program for you. All interested boys and girls, grades 3-6 within the Berlin Central School District, are encouraged to participate! Sign-up night is Tuesday, December 14, beginning at 6:30 pm at the Petersburgh Veterans Memorial Hall.
[Read more…] about Youth Basketball Program At PVMCC

Large Mouth Bass Stocked At Cherry Plain State Park

By

Cherry Plain State Park received some new residents that will benefit local anglers. In late October, a group of Park staff, including Acting Manager Melissa Miller and friends, were able to take part in a long awaited fish stocking program on Black River Pond. The group assisted local fishery owner, John Clark from Northeastern Aquatics, in releasing 1,000 large mouth bass into the pond.

[Read more…] about Large Mouth Bass Stocked At Cherry Plain State Park

Bonfire And Caroling On The Greenway

By

On Thursday evening, December 16, there will be a bonfire and caroling on the Hoosic River Greenway with surging voices and special effects. Meet at the old water works off Carey Avenue in Hoosick Falls. We’ll sing from 5:30 to 6:30 pm.
Sheet music will be provided, so bring a headlamp or flashlight and dress very warmly. Rain will cancel the event, but…let it snow!
This event is sponsored by the Hoosic River Watershed Association and the Village of Hoosick Falls.

No Wrestling At BCS

By

On Monday, BCS Athletic Director Arthur Schmich announced, “Due to the fact we were unable to find a coach and that only three wrestlers went to Saturday’s Weight Certification, we will not have a wrestling program this year.”
Consequently, swimmers will need to find a ride home from swim practice since there will be no New Lebanon bus to take them home, he added.

Yule Log Tradition At The Dyken Pond Center

By

Celebrate the outdoors this season by attending the annual Yule Log Event at the Dyken Pond Environmental Education Center on Sunday, December 12. Beginning at 1  pm, there will a search for the hidden yule log. Guests can then enjoy this informal day at the outdoor campfire or make holiday crafts for the season. There will also be a children’s scavenger hunt as well. People of all ages are encouraged to come out and don’t forget to bring your sleds! Hot chocolate and light snacks will be provided or feel free to bring your own snacks as well.
[Read more…] about Yule Log Tradition At The Dyken Pond Center

Red Storm Rains Down On Panthers’ State Title Quest

By

by Shari Hand
A 32-yard field goal in overtime by Saranac Lake’s Forrest Morgan sealed the win in last Saturday’s Class C Regional Final against Class C Section II Super Bowl Champs Hoosick Falls Panthers.
The Panthers held a solid lead throughout most of the game with scores by quarterback Mike Brewster and receiver Quinn Rasmus before halftime.
[Read more…] about Red Storm Rains Down On Panthers’ State Title Quest