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Stephentown Historical Society Hears About The Erie Canal

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by David Flint

“Low bridge, everybody down!” Not just a song, those bridges on the Erie Canal really were that low, built low to save on cost. The canal boats just barely squeaked through underneath, and if you were sitting on deck, it was worth your life to heed the call of the Steersman. [Read more…] about Stephentown Historical Society Hears About The Erie Canal

Legislators File Resolutions Opposing Pipeline Project

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Members of the Rensselaer County Legislature today announced opposition to a pipeline proposed to be routed through areas of southern Rensselaer County, saying the planned project as now introduced has the potential to damage quality of life, the environment and fiscal well-being of residents and property owners. [Read more…] about Legislators File Resolutions Opposing Pipeline Project

Phyllis Chapman Portrays Lillian Gish at Poestenkill Historical Society

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The Poestenkill Historical Society welcomes back Phyllis Chapman as she portrays Lillian Gish.  You may remember Phyllis from her last visit here, appearing as the Unsinkable Molly Brown.   Lillian Diana Gish was an American stage, screen and television actress, director and writer whose film acting career spanned 75 years, from 1912 to 1987.  [Read more…] about Phyllis Chapman Portrays Lillian Gish at Poestenkill Historical Society

Alcohol In Vermont: Creation To Consumption, Tolerance To Temperance

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“The history of Vermont’s relationship with alcohol reflects the struggle to reach a balance between personal freedom and the regulation of a powerful substance that can bring enjoyment or ruin lives.” states Callie Stewart, Collections Manager and curator of Alcohol in Vermont: Creation to Consumption, Tolerance to Temperance on view at the Bennington Museum from March 28 through June 21. [Read more…] about Alcohol In Vermont: Creation To Consumption, Tolerance To Temperance

Legislature And EMC To Sponsor Electronics Recycling Day On April 11

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The Rensselaer County Legislature will join with the county Environmental Management Council to sponsor an electronics recycling day next month, legislators announced.

The electronics recycling event will be held Saturday, April 11 from 9:30 am to 2 pm. The event will be held at the County Office Building, 1600 7th Avenue, downtown Troy. [Read more…] about Legislature And EMC To Sponsor Electronics Recycling Day On April 11