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County Takes Over WCW Property In Hoosick Falls

July 13, 2012 By eastwickpress

by Kieron Kramer
At the monthly meeting of the Rensselaer County Legislature on Tuesday, July 10,  a resolution was adopted unanimously authorizing acceptance by the County of a deed in lieu of in rem tax foreclosure from Four J’s One Mechanic Street, LLC. This LLC is the current owner of the WCW property at One Mechanic Street in Hoosick Falls, previously owned by JW Realty. Five years after purchasing the two parcels on Mechanic Street in 2006, and owing a tax obligation for those years to the Village, WCW moved its mattress manufacturing business to Manchester, Vermont, in 2011.
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Filed Under: Front Page, Grafton, Hoosick, Hoosick Falls, Local News, Rensselaer County

Justin Walraed Promoted By Sheriff

July 13, 2012 By eastwickpress

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Filed Under: Hoosick Falls, Local News, Rensselaer County

70 Years And Counting For The Mooneys Of Stephentown

June 29, 2012 By eastwickpress

by David Flint
It was in June of 1942 when Franklyn and Eleanor ran off to South Carolina to get married. Family members in New Jersey, especially Franklyn’s father were, to put it mildly, skeptical. Eleanor wasn’t even 18 yet. “It’ll never last,” they said.
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Filed Under: Front Page, Local News, Rensselaer County, Stephentown

Bennington Battlefield Historic Site Hosting “A Blast At Bennington”

June 29, 2012 By eastwickpress

The Bennington Battlefield Historic Site will be hosting a summer program, “A Blast at Bennington,” on Sunday July 1, at 2 pm. This program will include a brief look into what it was like to be a child during the Revolutionary War. Participants can also try a few colonial games and a craft. Come dressed for the weather and discover what life was like way back when.
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Filed Under: Hoosick, Local News, Rensselaer County, Sports Outdoors

Rensselaer County Legislature – Polish Hall Recognized On 100th Anniversary

June 15, 2012 By eastwickpress

by Kieron Kramer
At its meeting on Tuesday evening the Rensselaer County Legislature passed a resolution commending the Society of St. Stanislaw, “The Polish Hall,” in Hoosick Falls upon celebrating its one hundredth anniversary. The resolution says, “Consistent with the duty of this Legislative body to recognize the contributions and achievements of organizations of service to Rensselaer County, we praise with respect and admiration the Society of St. Stanislaw as it reaches an important milestone.”
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Filed Under: Berlin, Front Page, Hoosick Falls, Local News, Rensselaer County

Garfield Road Bridge Under Construction; Lengthy Detours Ensue

June 8, 2012 By eastwickpress

by David Flint
A crew from Bette & Cring Construction Group of Latham started work on Monday on replacing the Garfield Road bridge that crosses Black Brook in the southwestern corner of Stephentown. The bridge is located at the intersection with the lower end of Gentile Road. Access to East Nassau from Stephentown will entail lengthy detours for about three months.
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Filed Under: Front Page, Local News, Rensselaer County, Stephentown

NYS DOT Projects In Rensselaer County For 2012 – 2013

June 8, 2012 By eastwickpress

No Plans To Pave Route 22 South Of Berlin

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

Ribbon Cutting At The Center

June 8, 2012 By eastwickpress

The Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation hosted an Open House on Sunday, May 20, from 2 to 4 pm to launch the new name and logo. The Stardusters performed, and Rensselaer County Executive Kathy Jimino attended. [Read more…] about Ribbon Cutting At The Center

Filed Under: Hoosick Falls, Local News, Rensselaer County

Timber Harvesting And Chestnut Restoration Tour

June 8, 2012 By eastwickpress

The public is invited to attend a special two part forestry event on Saturday, June 16, starting at 10 am at 231 Brainard Road, Averill Park to see how locally grown timber is sustainably harvested on the Rensselaer Plateau.  This logging operation is managed by LandVest for the Forestland Group (former Cowee property). The harvest is being done by a local contractor and is intended to increase growth on residual crop trees while also starting a new forest of oak, pine and hemlock. [Read more…] about Timber Harvesting And Chestnut Restoration Tour

Filed Under: Local News, Rensselaer County, Sports Outdoors, Stephentown

Suspect In Area Burglaries Is Arrested

June 1, 2012 By eastwickpress

by Bea Peterson
After a month long burglary investigation, Rensselaer County Sheriff’s Investigators arrested Keith E. Gates, 25, of Church Street, Hoosick Falls. Gates is charged with Burglary Second Degree and Grand Larceny Fourth Degree, both are felonies. The arrest is in connection with a residential burglary that occurred on Tory Hill Road in Pittstown in April. Reportedly, jewelry valued at $1,800 was taken. It has not been recovered to date.
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Filed Under: Front Page, Hoosick, Hoosick Falls, Local News, Rensselaer County

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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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