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Clark Art Institute Puppet-Making Class For Teens

April 14, 2016 By eastwickpress

Master puppeteer David Lane brings his expertise to the Clark Art Institute Monday, April 18 through Friday, April 22 from 9 am to 12 pm with a spring break workshop for children ages 10 to 15.
Students draw inspiration from the Clark’s collection and spend the week creating their own rod puppets, an art form dating back to ancient Egypt. [Read more…] about Clark Art Institute Puppet-Making Class For Teens

Filed Under: Berlin, Front Page, Grafton, Hoosick, Hoosick Falls, Local News, New Lebanon, Petersburgh, Rensselaer County, Stephentown

Berlin’s Water District May Be The Beneficiary Of New Legislation Be Pushed By Assemblyman Steve McLaughlin

April 7, 2016 By eastwickpress

By Doug La Rocque

While it may not keep city, town and village leaders up at night, any of them that have municipal water delivery systems, are very concerned about the age of these pipelines and the potential for a serious water main break.  This concern was perhaps heightened by the numerous incidents due to last year’s very cold winter, and the recent major break in the Lansingburgh section of Troy that also impacted two other towns.  The dollar amounts associated with these repairs can be staggering.   [Read more…] about Berlin’s Water District May Be The Beneficiary Of New Legislation Be Pushed By Assemblyman Steve McLaughlin

Filed Under: Berlin, Front Page, Local News, Rensselaer County

Antiques And Art Discovery Day At Tech Valley High School

March 31, 2016 By eastwickpress

An antiques and art discovery day will be held to benefit the Tech Valley High School Parent Activities Council (PAC) on Saturday, April 16. The event is open to the public from 9 am to 6 pm. Antique, art and collectible experts from The Appraisers Road Show will hold the event at Tech Valley High School (TVHS), which is located at 246 Tricentennial Drive in Albany on the campus of the Colleges of Nanoscale Science and Engineering (CNSE) at SUNY Polytechnic Institute. No appointments are needed. [Read more…] about Antiques And Art Discovery Day At Tech Valley High School

Filed Under: Berlin, Berlin School Dist., Front Page, Grafton, Hoosick, Hoosick Falls, Hoosick School Dist., Local News, Petersburgh, Rensselaer County, School News, Stephentown

RC Legislature To Sponsor Spring Electronics Recycling Event On April 23

March 31, 2016 By eastwickpress

submitted by Rich Crist
The Rensselaer County Legislature and the County Environmental Management Council will team up to sponsor a spring electronics recycling day next month, Chair of the Legislature Stan Brownell announced. [Read more…] about RC Legislature To Sponsor Spring Electronics Recycling Event On April 23

Filed Under: Front Page, Local News, Rensselaer County

“Keep It Growing!” Is The Theme Of The Updated Agricultural And Farmland Protection Plan For Rensselaer County

March 31, 2016 By eastwickpress

By Doug La Rocque
A public hearing was held last week at the Brunswick Community Center for those interested in the updated plan to develop strategies to preserve, support and enhance Rensselaer County’s agricultural industry and resources.  Attended by many in the farming community, representatives of the County’s Economic Development And Planning Department pointed out that in 2012 farmers paid over $5 million dollars in property taxes, employed hundreds of full and part time workers, and produced nearly 53 million dollars in farm sales.  [Read more…] about “Keep It Growing!” Is The Theme Of The Updated Agricultural And Farmland Protection Plan For Rensselaer County

Filed Under: Front Page, Local News, Rensselaer County

Upcoming Events At Grafton Lakes State Park

March 31, 2016 By eastwickpress

Saturday, April 2 – Four Legged Friends Hike at 10 am.  Will your pup find the first flowers of Spring?  Join us to find out what’s new in the park and meet some new dog pals for your pup. Meets at north end of main playground and will head out on a 2 mile hike. All dogs must be on a 6’ leash. Please rsvp: 279-1155. [Read more…] about Upcoming Events At Grafton Lakes State Park

Filed Under: Front Page, Grafton, Local News, Rensselaer County, Sports Outdoors

“Local Roads Matter” Is The Theme Of Highway Superintendents Annual March On The Capital

March 25, 2016 By eastwickpress

By Doug La Rocque

More than 700 local highway superintendents and their supporters gathered in the State capital in their quest for more Consolidated Highway Improvement Program funds (CHIPs) and bridge repair monies. This gathering has become an annual event.   [Read more…] about “Local Roads Matter” Is The Theme Of Highway Superintendents Annual March On The Capital

Filed Under: Front Page, Grafton, Hoosick, Hoosick Falls, Local News, New Lebanon, Petersburgh, Rensselaer County, Stephentown

Rensselaer County Executive Kathleen Jimino’s State Of The County Address Highlights Cost Savings And Slams State Mandates

March 17, 2016 By eastwickpress

By Doug La Rocque

As she has in years past, County Executive Jimino is taking New York State to task for what she labels as a frightening growth pattern of state mandates.  [Read more…] about Rensselaer County Executive Kathleen Jimino’s State Of The County Address Highlights Cost Savings And Slams State Mandates

Filed Under: Front Page, Local News, Rensselaer County

Rensselaer County To Undertake Collaborative Solar Initiative

March 10, 2016 By eastwickpress

Eleven local governments joined in the collaboration will achieve $22.5 million in collective savings during the 25-year contract

As part of the continued effort to increase the use of “green” energy and reduce the costs of operations the County is seeking to enter into a contract with Monolith Solar for remote net metering energy services. [Read more…] about Rensselaer County To Undertake Collaborative Solar Initiative

Filed Under: Front Page, Grafton, Hoosick, Hoosick Falls, Local News, Rensselaer County, Stephentown

Rensselaer County Is Granted Intervenor Status In Permitting Of Kinder Morgan Pipeline

March 10, 2016 By eastwickpress

A motion requesting “intervenor” status in the FERC review of the Kinder Morgan pipeline, filed by Rensselaer County in late January, has been granted. This makes the County a recognized part of the review process that will lead to a decision to permit construction of the pipeline or not, or to permit it with restrictions or conditions. [Read more…] about Rensselaer County Is Granted Intervenor Status In Permitting Of Kinder Morgan Pipeline

Filed Under: Front Page, Local News, Rensselaer County, Stephentown

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        Brunswick Town Board Highlights

        by Denise Wright The March 13th Brunswick Town Board meeting was filled with conversation and resulted in the passing of two resolutions. During the Building and Codes report, 25 building property inspections and 22 follow-up complaints were reported for the month of February. The State Uniform Code Administration Compliance Report has been prepared. The historian […]

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        Stephentown Board Highlights

        by Denise Wright The Stephentown Board’s St. Patrick’s Day meeting began with a moment of silence to honor former town board member Gerry Robinson. Robinson focused on “improving local service opportunities, protecting Stephentown’s unique rural environment, and increasing local jobs and amenities by encouraging economic development appropriate to the size, atmosphere, and well-being of our […]

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        Berlin School Board Appoints New Superintendent

        Submitted by BCSD Communications The Berlin Central School District Board of Education selected Mr. Kenneth Rizzo to be its next superintendent of schools, effective July 1st. Mr. Rizzo was unanimously appointed by the board at its meeting on March 6th. You must be logged in to view this article.

        Wildcats Compete at the New York State Indoor Track Championships 

        Hoosick Falls CSD Indoor Track Submitted by HFCSD Communications The Wildcats put forth a great effort at the New York State Indoor Track Championships on March 8th. The girls 4×400, consisting of Emma Waugh, Mihaly Blake, Ava Salvsevold, and Erin Conety, had a huge upset in their race. Going in as the underdogs, the girls […]

        Winter Scholar Athletes and Varsity Teams

        Brunswick CSD Submitted by Brunswick CSD Communications Brunswick CSD is proud to announce its winter Scholar Athlete sports teams for the 2024-2025 season. The school fielded seven varsity teams, including Girls Basketball, Boys Basketball, Boys Wrestling, Competitive Cheerleading, Unified Bowling, Boys Indoor Track, and Girls Indoor Track. In addition to the exciting lineup of winter […]

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