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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Panther Bowlers Keep Knocking Over Opponents
The Hoosick Falls bowling team defeated North Warren on Wednesday, January 2, by the score of 4-0. Total pins for Hoosick Falls were 3,471, and total pins for North Warren were 2,398. Hoosick Falls now has a record of 35-1, and North Warren has a record of 24-20.
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HFCS Students Study The World At War
Hoosick Falls Central Fourth-Graders Make Wishes Come True!
This year the fourth grade class at Hoosick Falls Central School continued to help support Make-A-Wish of Northeastern New York. This organization is committed to granting the wishes of children with life threatening medical conditions living in the 518 area code. Our goal was to raise $300 through the sale of Make-A-Wish Angels.
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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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Common Core State Standards Changing The Shape Of Education At Hoosick Falls
submitted by Lorraine Brownell
Last year New York State transitioned from using Core Curriculum to Common Core State Standards (CCSS) as a framework for instruction. As a result, the academic focus at Hoosick Falls changed significantly. In eighth grade alone, CCSS has altered the way educators are teaching literacy and the experiences they are providing students.
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