On Wednesday, Congressmen Scott Murphy (NY-20), who represents the Eastwick area among others, and Paul Tonko (NY-21) announced that President Obama will visit Hudson Valley Community College at 11 am on Monday, September 21. [Read more…] about President Obama To Visit Hudson Valley Community College
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Giffy’s Chicken Barbecue Republican Fund Raiser
The Committee to Re-Elect Stan Brownell and Lester Goodermote will sponsor a Giffy’s Chicken Barbecue on Thursday, September 24, from 4 to 6 pm at the Grand Union Parking lot in Hoosick Falls. [Read more…] about Giffy’s Chicken Barbecue Republican Fund Raiser
Hot Dog Bunny
County Legislature Honors Eastern Rensselaer County
by Kieron Kramer
On Tuesday evening the Rensselaer County Legislature passed resolutions recognizing the milestones, honoring the achievements and commending the services of a town, a team, an individual and the agencies of eastern Rensselaer County from south to north and in between.
Stephentown’s 225th Anniversary Commended
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Robert Melesky
Last week Robert “Alfred” Melesky announced his intention to be a Democratic candidate for the Rensselaer County Legislature in the November elections. We inadvertently left out his picture from the announcement. Here he is.
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Need Help To Quit Smoking?
The Center for Smoking Cessation at Seton Health offers a six week program to assist those who want to quit smoking. Programs are held at locations in Albany, Schenectady, Troy, Clifton Park and East Greenbush and will begin the week of September 14. For more information and registration, please call 518-459-2550.
Remembered With Fondness For A Good Life; Commended In Awe For Athletic Accomplishments
by Kieron Kramer
The presentation period of the Rensselaer County Legislature’s regular session is where the bonds of the County’s community are formed. Often it’s a tearful remembrance of a loved one who has passed away and is being honored by the Legislature for his or her contributions to the life of the County. [Read more…] about Remembered With Fondness For A Good Life; Commended In Awe For Athletic Accomplishments
Animal Rescue Squad
Brian Houle has started up an animal rescue squad in Rensselaer County. The Hoosic Valley Animal Rescue Squad answers calls 24 hours a day, seven days a week for animals in trouble. [Read more…] about Animal Rescue Squad
New Lebanon And Stephentown Assess Flood Damage

by David Flint
The state of emergency in Stephentown ended Monday evening but was extended for an indefinite period in New Lebanon. As of Wednesday this week the towns were still trying to assess the extent of the damage caused by last week’s flood.
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