Eastern Rensselaer County's Community Newspaper
By Doug La Rocque
Michael and Erica Costello were once again before Justice Pierce Hoyt in Grafton Town Court this week, to answer eight counts each stemming from the death of a horse on their Old Road property, and the seizure of other animals for alleged abuse. [Read more…] about Another Hearing On The Animal Abuse Case Against A Grafton Couple
Four upcoming informational sessions, free and open to the public, are being held so that local farmers may learn more about the state Purchase of Development Rights (PDR) grants. The workshops will discuss the parameters of the state program so farmers can determine whether it might be suitable for their farms and how to apply for funding. [Read more…] about Farmland Protection Grant Workshops Offered To Local Farmers
By Doug La Rocque
Three weeks ago, New York State Police seized 16 dogs, including four puppies, from the Jay Hakes Road home of 83-year-old Ed Maxfield in Grafton. Troopers indicated they acted out of concern for the dogs, as night time temperatures then were 20 degrees below or better. The animals had been chained outside, and although well fed, lacked water because of the freezing temperatures. [Read more…] about The Owner Of The 16 Dogs Recently Seized In Grafton Tells His Side Of The Story
March 12 at noon: Seed Swap: It is the time of year again where many start their seeds to sow in the coming months. Come share some of your favorite seeds and pick up some new ones. Free community program offered at the Grafton Community Library. [Read more…] about Book Jeopardy And Other Grafton Library Events
By Doug La Rocque
The ins and outs of maple sugaring filled the classroom at the Park Office Saturday, as Park Naturalist Liz Wagner took children and adults through all the steps of making your own maple syrup at home. The afternoon started with a short classroom presentation, then outside to learn to identify a sugar maple tree by its bark, branches and leaves. Once found, picking the best spots and side of the tree, usually the south side because that is the sunniest. [Read more…] about Learning How To Make Maple Syrup At Grafton Lakes State Park
Grafton Planning Board Hears Plans For New Business And Approves Subdivision For Former Elementary School
By Doug La Rocque
Hearing no opposition but in receipt of a letter of concern, the Town of Grafton Planning Board voted unanimously to approve both the Environmental Impact Study and the actual subdivision of property at the one-time elementary school at the corner of State Route 2 and Babcock Lake Road. The plan had originally called for just the school building and parking lots to be subdivided from the rest of the property. [Read more…] about Grafton Planning Board Action
The Rensselaer County legislature honored Maxine Hasbrouck, the late wife of long time Grafton Highway Superintendent Herb Hasbrouck, at its recent meeting. [Read more…] about Maxine Hasbrouck Honored
An Easter event is being planned for Grafton youth for Saturday March 19 from 2 to 4 pm. Individuals and groups are invited to sponsor a table at the Easter Celebration. [Read more…] about Youth Commission Planning Easter Event
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What’s for supper? A local Bald Eagle scans the landscape for prey earlier this week. Photo by Christopher Wright[/private]
Grafton Youth Commission Chair Noelle Goyer sits with children from Grafton who gathered Friday night at the VFW Hall for a movie, popcorn and ice cream. [Read more…] about Youth Movie Night In Grafton
