Cornell Cooperative Extension (CCE) Staff, and the many volunteers of CCE have spent a year gearing up for displaying projects and educational displays to be highlighted at the Schaghticoke Fair featuring the theme “The Fairest One of All”. [Read more…] about Schaghticoke Fair Is 4-H Highlight Of The Year
Rensselaer County
Hoosac School Expands Its Visual Arts Programs Under Leadership Of Jason Jansen
by Deb Alter
Hoosac School has expanded its Visual Arts programs. It now offers a wide range of art courses that provide an atmosphere where artistic exploration and experimentation is encouraged. [Read more…] about Hoosac School Expands Its Visual Arts Programs Under Leadership Of Jason Jansen
The Rolf Max Sternberg 5K Road Race In Hoosick Falls September 26
CiviCure and HAYC3 are proud to present The Rolf Max Sternberg 5K Road Race for Vibrant Communities, the annual race that celebrates Rolf Sternberg’s life (1945-2012) and legacy in Hoosick Falls, NY, and helps ensure we continue the community’s revitalization. The race will take place on Saturday, September 26 with a start time of 9 am in Wood Memorial Park on Main Street in Hoosick Falls. [Read more…] about The Rolf Max Sternberg 5K Road Race In Hoosick Falls September 26
Yo La Tengo Kicks Off World Tour At The Troy Savings Bank Music Hall
Fresh off celebrating their 30th anniversary, Yo La Tengo will release Stuff Like That There on August 28 via Matador Records and will kick off their world tour in Troy at the Music Hall at 8 pm on Wednesday, September 23. [Read more…] about Yo La Tengo Kicks Off World Tour At The Troy Savings Bank Music Hall
Republican Primary Likely The Deciding Factor In Rensselaer County Sheriff’s Race
by Doug La Rocque
With no one nominated to run for the office on the Democratic line, the winner of the Republican primary will have the inside track to replacing three term Sheriff Jack Mahar. [Read more…] about Republican Primary Likely The Deciding Factor In Rensselaer County Sheriff’s Race
In Memoriam
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Photo tribute to Kieron Kramer, whose wit and writing will be missed. This picture taken by Trix Niernberger while visiting Rensselaer Land Trust’s Kinderhook Nature Preserve.[/private]
Home Of Deputy Rensselaer County EMS Coordinator Damaged In Grafton Fire
by Doug La Rocque
The home of Howard and Donna Baldwin at 2295 Route 2 in Grafton suffered serious fire, smoke and water damage Monday afternoon when flames broke out in an upstairs bedroom. [Read more…] about Home Of Deputy Rensselaer County EMS Coordinator Damaged In Grafton Fire
Shaker Museum / Mount Lebanon To Hold Peace Weekend
The Shaker Museum|Mount Lebanon will host a weekend of events and programs to commemorate over 200 years of Shaker pacifism, Saturday, August 29 through Monday, August 31. The Mount Lebanon Peace Weekend will consist of readings, a brunch and facilitated discussion about Shaker pacifist history, a panel of speakers currently active in the peace movement, and a special walking tour. [Read more…] about Shaker Museum / Mount Lebanon To Hold Peace Weekend
Hoosick Falls Community Comes Together To Support Officer Nick Colaneri
Troy Event Scheduled For September 12
submitted by Scott McCart
On Saturday August 15, a Spaghetti dinner was hosted by Connor McCart and Lizza Ryan at the Hoosick Falls Fire House for a special community member Nick Colaneri. [Read more…] about Hoosick Falls Community Comes Together To Support Officer Nick Colaneri
Stan Brownell Elevated To Chairman Of Rensselaer County Legislature
By Doug La Rocque
Rensselaer County legislator Stan Brownell of Hoosick Falls has assumed the duties of Chairman of the County Legislature, following the arrest and arraignment of Chairman Martin Reid of Sand Lake. Reid resigned the post and Brownell, as Vice Chairman, automatically took over. [Read more…] about Stan Brownell Elevated To Chairman Of Rensselaer County Legislature