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Two Exciting Events Coming To Dyken Pond Environmental Education Center

September 3, 2015 By eastwickpress

Evening Paddle 

Dyken Pond Environmental Education Center is offering an Evening Paddle on September 9 from 5 to 6:30 pm. Bring a picnic dinner you can eat by the lake, if desired.  This program is limited to 12 boats so pre-registration is required and can be done by contacting the Center at dykenpond@fairpoint.net or by calling 518-658-2055. Kayaks can be rented for $10, or you can bring your own. A complete list of programs can be found at: www.dykenpond.org.

The Hill Hollow Band 

Under The Trees

DPEEC is holding a Music Under the Trees event featuring the Hill Hollow Band on Saturday, September 12 from 4 to 7 pm.  One of the emerging bright lights in the Capital Region’s roots music scene, the Hill Hollow Band performs with rambling energy that must be seen to be appreciated.   [Read more…] about Two Exciting Events Coming To Dyken Pond Environmental Education Center

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

Walter A. Wood Tractor Show Coming To Hoosick Falls

September 3, 2015 By eastwickpress

The third annual Walter A. Wood Tractor and Agriculture Show will be held on Saturday, October 3 from 8 am to 5 pm in Wood Memorial Park on Main Street in the Village of Hoosick Falls. [Read more…] about Walter A. Wood Tractor Show Coming To Hoosick Falls

Filed Under: Front Page, Hoosick, Hoosick Falls, Local News, Sports Outdoors

Panther Golfers Off To Hot Start

August 27, 2015 By eastwickpress

by Steve Bradley

The HFCS golf team has started the season off with a bang by decisively taking their first three matches from their opponents. [Read more…] about Panther Golfers Off To Hot Start

Filed Under: Front Page, Hoosick, Hoosick Falls, Hoosick School Dist., Local News, School News, Sports Outdoors

GLSP Hosting “Bark And Brew”

August 27, 2015 By eastwickpress

Grafton Lakes State Park is hosting “Bark & Brew,” a benefit offering fun for four-legged creatures and their owners, as well as locally crafted beer, with proceeds supporting regional rescue organizations.  This event is on September 26  from 11 am to 3 pm.  [Read more…] about GLSP Hosting “Bark And Brew”

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

Many Gather For Battlefield Commemoration

August 20, 2015 By eastwickpress

by Steve Bradley

Sunday afternoon a “Reflections on the Battle of Bennington” event was held at the Battle of Bennington Park in Walloomsac, NY. Approximately 100 people attended the event on a hot day. [Read more…] about Many Gather For Battlefield Commemoration

Filed Under: Front Page, Hoosick, Hoosick Falls, Local News, Sports Outdoors

Summer Blues

August 20, 2015 By eastwickpress

Blue Vervain (Verbana hastata) is blooming now in moist areas, sometimes belittled by invasive purple loosestrife. [Read more…] about Summer Blues

Filed Under: Front Page, Local News, Petersburgh, Sports Outdoors

Something For Everyone At The Rensselaer Plateau: Exciting Events

August 20, 2015 By eastwickpress

Two events are scheduled for the near future that should be of interest to many living on or around the Rennselaer Plateau, the fifth largest forest in New York State. Both events promise to be both fun and educational. [Read more…] about Something For Everyone At The Rensselaer Plateau: Exciting Events

Filed Under: Front Page, Local News, Sports Outdoors

Airport Wings & Wheels Summer Fly-In / Drive-In

August 13, 2015 By eastwickpress

Schedule Of Events And Information

Don’t miss this unique and exciting Fly-In/Drive-In event at the William H. Morse State Airport  at 1563 Walloomsac Road in Bennington on Saturday, August 15 from 8 am to 3 pm. Here’s the schedule: [Read more…] about Airport Wings & Wheels Summer Fly-In / Drive-In

Filed Under: Front Page, Hoosick, Hoosick Falls, Local News, Sports Outdoors

19th Annual Young Anglers Fishing Tournament At Lake Lauderdale

August 13, 2015 By eastwickpress

Lake Lauderdale Improvement Association’s (L.L.I.A.) 19th annual children’s fishing tournament will take place on Sunday, August 16 at the Washington County Park on beautiful Lake Lauderdale. The tournament is free and open to all young anglers age 15 and under and is strictly catch and release only. [Read more…] about 19th Annual Young Anglers Fishing Tournament At Lake Lauderdale

Filed Under: Front Page, Local News, Sports Outdoors

Happenings At Dyken Pond

August 13, 2015 By eastwickpress

Storytelling with Gil Payette

August 16: Native American Myths, Folklore and Legends

Gil Payette is a master storyteller of Native American stories and folklore and will share a few stories with us. All ages are invited to join us in the amphitheater at 1:30 pm. [Read more…] about Happenings At Dyken Pond

Filed Under: Front Page, Local News, Sports Outdoors

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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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        Wildcats Compete at the New York State Indoor Track Championships 

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        Winter Scholar Athletes and Varsity Teams

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