Eastern Rensselaer County's Community Newspaper
by Steve Bradley
In the beginning it looked as though the Panther boys were going to cruise to an easy win over Lake George late Saturday afternoon. But as the game went on, it became closer and more exciting by the quarter. By the end of the overtime period, everyone in the gym was on the edge of their seat. [Read more…] about Panthers Slip By Lake George, 67 – 66 in OT
On Friday, January 8, the Hoosick Falls bowling team bowled in the Schenectady New Years Invitational Tournament at Boulevard Bowl in Schenectady. This tournament has mostly “A” schools with a few “B” schools and a few “C” schools from the Capital District participating in this tournament. [Read more…] about HFCS Bowling Team Loses For First Time This Season, But Avenges The Loss
This past weekend saw the Taconic Valley Chapter of the National Honor Society host the first of what they hope will be many events, bringing back Berlin Alumni of all ages for a volleyball and basketball match. [Read more…] about Berlin Alumni vs. Alumni Sports Night
By Doug La Rocque
Senior captain Ryan Shumway led the way for the Mountaineers Boys Basketball team, as they posted a 55 – 40 win over the Fordians of Waterford. [Read more…] about Win Over Waterford Keeps Berlin Boys In Second Place In The CHVL
Registrations are now being accepted for participants in the Polar Plunge at Grafton Lakes State Park. The Winter Fest is in its 31st year with events occurring all day, January 23, 2016. The plunge happens promptly at 1 pm with check-in beginning at noon by Long Pond beach. [Read more…] about Take The Plunge! Registration Open for Polar Plunge At Grafton Lakes State Park
Grafton Lakes State Park and the Friends of Grafton Lakes State Park will host the 31st Annual Winter Festival and Ice Fishing Contest on Saturday, January 23. The Winter Fest will feature outdoor events along with indoor exhibits, food vendors, and family-friendly and recreational activities. Join us for this free event. Celebrate Winter! Main events run from 10 am to 4 pm. [Read more…] about Grafton Lakes State Park’s 31st Annual Winter Festival
The annual North Bennington Winter Festival is on Saturday, January 16 starting at 10:30 am. This yearly Bennington Area Chamber of Commerce event draws out locals, visitors, shops and the community to share in some fun during the winter months. [Read more…] about Winter Festival In N. Bennington: Penguin Plunge, Ice Sculpting, Chili Cook Off
Ice often makes interesting formations, [Read more…] about Ice Feathers
Grafton Lakes State Park and the Friends of Grafton Lakes State Park will host the 31st Annual Winter Festival and Ice Fishing Contest on Saturday, January 23. The Winter Fest will feature outdoor events along with indoor exhibits, food vendors, and family-friendly and recreational activities. The event is on snow or no snow, and is free of charge. Main events run from 10 am to 4 pm. [Read more…] about Grafton Lake State Park’s 31st Annual Winter Festival
Five-mile Snowshoe to Geiser Preserve for Animal Tracking will be held January 16 from 10 am to 1 pm. See who is living in the Land Trust’s Geiser Preserve. Winter gives hikers a special opportunity to see the signs of unseen animals in the snow. [Read more…] about Upcoming Rensselaer Land Trust Events
