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Stakes Are High In Energy Debate

November 12, 2015 By eastwickpress

To the Editor,

As a parent I have often spoken to my children about the difference between “want” and “need.” I am reminded of those conversations when I hear about our energy “needs.”  If we recognize that fulfilling these “needs” puts the future of life on earth as we know it in danger, it might be easier to see these as “wants.” [Read more…] about Stakes Are High In Energy Debate

Filed Under: Letters & Comments

Letter to the Editor

October 22, 2015 By eastwickpress

To the Editor/Eastwick Press:

I just want to comment on this past Saturday evenings benefit, held for the Center for Rehabilitation, (Hoosick Falls Health Center to most of us).  For the first time, the “Younger Generation” put on this event – with guidance and great input from the experienced and dedicated Joyce Davis – and what a job they did! [Read more…] about Letter to the Editor

Filed Under: Hoosick, Hoosick Falls, Letters & Comments

How Long Must We Wait?

October 1, 2015 By eastwickpress

To the Editor:

In reference to the article in The Eastwick Press on 9/29/15 Conflict Over ADA Compliance In Petersburgh: The issues of ADA compliance were brought to the Town’s attention almost three years ago. The Town Supervisor has steadfastly denied the Town is in violation of the ADA codes. [Read more…] about How Long Must We Wait?

Filed Under: Letters & Comments, Petersburgh

Joe Rechen Declines To Run Again For Berlin Town Justice

August 13, 2015 By eastwickpress

To the Editor:

This letter is to announce that I will not seek a third term as Berlin’s Town Justice in November. I have served two full terms, and part of a prior, and have been able to appreciate both the Justice System and the needs of the defendants and complainants who have appeared before me. While I have no need to retire, I feel very strongly that two terms is only fair and appropriate for my service to the community, and that it is time for a new party to come forward and contribute their time and ability. [Read more…] about Joe Rechen Declines To Run Again For Berlin Town Justice

Filed Under: Berlin, Letters & Comments

Building Inspector And Code Enforcement Official Are Not The Same

July 30, 2015 By eastwickpress

To The Editor:

At the Petersburgh Town Board Meeting held on July 20, 2015, the Town Supervisor Sigfried Krahforst announced that the Town did not need a Code Enforcement Official (CEO), because a “Building Inspector” can do the exact same work as a CEO.  Additionally, the Town Supervisor stated that he checked the legality of this decision with the NYS Association of Towns regarding a “building inspector” vs “CEO”, and was told that a “building inspector” was preferred because “the CEO is a civil service title.” [Read more…] about Building Inspector And Code Enforcement Official Are Not The Same

Filed Under: Letters & Comments

Letter To The Editor

June 11, 2015 By eastwickpress

To the Editor:

The flower beds at the Petersburgh Town Hall, Veterans’ Hall, and Library have more interesting and beautiful perennials this year thanks to Ruth Sutton of Elhannon Nursery in Petersburgh. Ruth donated plants as a thanks to the community for supporting her nursery. [Read more…] about Letter To The Editor

Filed Under: Front Page, Letters & Comments, Petersburgh

Letter To The Editor- Flags

June 4, 2015 By eastwickpress

Dear Berlin Residents and Business Owners,

In past years, the Town of Berlin has purchased American flags to be displayed throughout the Town. However, in an effort to lessen the tax increase for 2015, this item was removed from our budget. This year, we are asking for donations to purchase these flags.

Thirty flags are required to replace the flags that are now in disrepair. Flags will be displayed every year from Memorial Day through July 4th until they are no longer serviceable (about three years).

Please know that your donation of $30 will purchase an American flag, pole and bracket and help demonstrate the pride of Berlin, its businesses, and residents. Your tax deductible donation will be acknowledged in the Eastwick Press as well as at our July Board Meeting.

Please make checks payable to the Town of Berlin Flag Fund.

Thank you for your consideration.

Respectfully,

Tara Fisher

Deputy Supervisor/Town Council

June 2015

Filed Under: Berlin, Letters & Comments, Local News

Letter To The Editor – Losing Helen Ellett

May 7, 2015 By eastwickpress

To The Editor:

Losing Helen Ellett was a heartbreaking event in the lives of Helen’s family. Reading the article submitted by the Grafton Trail Riders was also heartbreaking. In recent years they pursued a lawsuit against Helen and her family. I believe their sorrow should have at least extended to the family with a simple sympathy card or maybe a phone call to her daughter Connie, but instead they made no effort to extend any “deep sorrow” as they wrote. On their own website they make absolutely no mention of Helen and how she had a great vision to start a riding club that she has now left to them.

Personally, I don’t believe that “Helen will be riding with them in spirit” as they wrote. She was discouraged, confused and heartbroken that a club she founded in 1947 was now sending her legal documents to appear in court over a land dispute. It was us, the family that held her hand as she read through the thick stack of legal documents, attempting to understand the reality of how The Grafton Trail Riders, what was once her passion, turned into her nightmare.

The majority of members never even had an opportunity to meet Helen as she wasn’t one of the land owners that they invited to their annual fall pig roast. She was ignored by the club’s members until this article of last week. Helen never believed in riding, camping, and campfires as they wrote – she believed in riding!

She will be missed, she will be missed by many acquaintances and by the many close friends she made and most of all by her family.

Linda Laveway

Granddaughter of Helen Ellett

Filed Under: Grafton, Letters & Comments, Local News

Letter To The Editor – Farewell To Helen Ellett

April 30, 2015 By eastwickpress

To the Editor:

With heavy hearts, the current members of the Grafton Trail Riders feel a deep sorrow about the passing on April 12 of Helen Ellett.  Helen, Chet (her husband)  and a few friends were the inspiration in creating the Grafton Trail Riders horse club. Since it was incorporated in 1950, there have been hundreds of members who have enjoyed the camaraderie of horse people. I am sure Helen and the other members who have passed, will be with us in spirit as we trail ride, camp out and tell our stories around the campfire.

Keep the Lord as your riding partner and you will never ride alone.

-Connie Madigan, on behalf of Grafton Trail Riders

Filed Under: Grafton, Letters & Comments, Local News

Letter To The Editor – The Fracked Gas Pipeline

February 19, 2015 By eastwickpress

To The Editor:

On Thursday, February 5, a public informational forum was held at the SVFD Hall where about 180 attendees listened to each other’s concerns, viewed a presentation and directed questions to volunteer citizens knowledgeable about the issues surrounding the fracked  gas pipeline proposed for Schodack, Nassau,  Stephentown and beyond. It was affirming and energizing to witness the number of residents opposed to this project. A project that would put our safety at risk, pollute our air and water with volatile organic compounds,devalue all surrounding real estate and violate the property rights of abutters to the utility corridor. At a time when renewable energy has gained such momentum, expanding carbon-based energy infrastructure at the expense of the public’s well-being seems rather preposterous. It will take our concerted efforts to defeat the pipeline proposed by energy transport giant Kinder Morgan – an entity that cares for nothing more than profits – and adding to the concentration of wealth into the hands of a few. It is imperative to have our voices heard – there is no other course of action and it must be done in large numbers. So I urge all of us to commit to taking one or all of the following steps –

1. Voice your concerns in writing to FERC, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, www.ferc.gov.

2. Voice your concerns in writing to your local, state and federal elected officials

3. For landowners with property abutting the pipeline route, deny Kinder Morgan survey access. If you already submitted permission, you can rescind it in writing

4. Refuse to sign an easement with Kinder Morgan

5. Display an anti-pipeline sign at your home

6. Share your concerns with your neighbors and community organizations

7. Help out and get involved with an action group in your area

8. Donate money to an anti-pipeline action group in your area.

For more information on how to do the above go to stopnypipeline.org or any other anti-pipeline action group.

Thom Pecoraro

Stephentown, NY

Filed Under: Letters & Comments, Local News, Stephentown

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