Monday, February 15, 1841: This afternoon I took the sleigh and carried my wife and cousin Verona Holcomb to brother Simeon Wylie’s. [Read more…] about Singing School; Winter Illness
Berlin High School Fall Sports Practice Schedule
Berlin’s Athletic Director Josh Weaver has announced that practice for Varsity and Junior Varsity sports will begin on Monday, August 14.
Liberty Memorial Park Dedication
submitted by Gail Smith
Memorial crosses and flags are in place for the 102 Town of Hoosick servicemen who died while in service to their country and the finishing touches are being put on Liberty Memorial Park in preparation for its dedication on Saturday, August 12. We hope you will join us as we honor these men. [Read more…] about Liberty Memorial Park Dedication
Weekend Of Events At Bennington Battlefield
Bennington Battlefield To Host Reenactment
Bennington Battlefield State Historic Site located on NYS Route 67 will host a reenactment honoring the 240th anniversary of the Battle of Bennington on August 12 and 13. [Read more…] about Weekend Of Events At Bennington Battlefield
The Karen McGovern Volleyball Tournament Returns For 18th Year With An Anonymous Donor Offering A $10,000 Challenge
Be a part of it! On Saturday September 9 the tradition continues for the Karen McGovern Volleyball Tournament, which will be held at the Sand Bar in Hoosick Falls starting at 10 am. The event is a way for family and friends to remember Karen McGovern and celebrate her life. [Read more…] about The Karen McGovern Volleyball Tournament Returns For 18th Year With An Anonymous Donor Offering A $10,000 Challenge
A Stolen Truck Crashes On The Taconic Trail, Driver Killed
By Doug La Rocque
New York State Police said a truck (semi-tractor) stolen early Wednesday morning from Bellevue Builder’s Supply in Schenectady crashed along Route 2 in Petersburgh, ejecting the driver, who was later pronounced dead at the scene. [Read more…] about A Stolen Truck Crashes On The Taconic Trail, Driver Killed
Flood Repairs In Progress
The damage from the July flood is still being repaired in different area of the village, with major repairs still being made on Elm Street near the intersection with Church Street. [Read more…] about Flood Repairs In Progress
Big Moose Deli Owner Wins Community Service Award
Future Of Stephentown’s Fractal Festival In Doubt
Event Promps Letter to the Editor Touting Benefit
By Doug La Rocque
The arrest of 19 people on various drug related charges, from possession to intent to distribute, was announced on Tuesday, August 1, at a joint press conference by the Rensselaer County District Attorney, Sheriff’s Department and the New York State Police. [Read more…] about Future Of Stephentown’s Fractal Festival In Doubt
Village Of Hoosick Falls Board
FEMA Coming To Hoosick Falls To Assess Storm Damage
By Doug La Rocque
Mayor Robert Allen highlighted the Village Board meeting on Tuesday, August 8, with the announcement that representatives from the Federal Emergency Management Agency would be in on Thursday August 10 to tour the Village, the Towns of Hoosick and Pittstown and Rensselaer County owned roads, to see if the damage caused by the July 1 storm meets the qualifications for emergency aid. [Read more…] about Village Of Hoosick Falls Board