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ARPA Funds July Meetings in Poestenkill

August 4, 2022 By Eastwick Press Leave a Comment

The ARPA listening team of Poestenkill recently held the second in a series of public meetings to solicit further project suggestions from residents. The ARPA team gave a brief overview of the federal funding and the Board’s desire to use the funds for projects that Poestenkill could not otherwise afford and that would have long-term, lasting impact.

The ideas discussed will be added to the March suggestions and will be considered for feasibility, cost, and merit. There will be future discussions by the Board to review those suggestions and decide how to allocate the funds. Attendees at both the March and July public listening sessions expressed their appreciation for the Town’s outreach efforts, the openness of the discussions, and the mutual respect and appreciation of all the participants.

Filed Under: Poestenkill

Summer Field School in Historical Archaeology

August 4, 2022 By Eastwick Press Leave a Comment

Submitted by CCSD
This year, students attending Cambridge Central School (CCS) Summer Field School in Historical Archaeology spent time investigating a local site in White Creek known as the Van Corlaer Trading Post. Students participating in the program learned skills in archaeological field work, which included surveying, map making, excavation techniques, artifact identification, and historic preservation. The Trading Post is believed to have been built by Arendt Van Corlaer, a Dutch fur trader between 1709 and 1711 for a local Native American Sachem known as Soquon, “The Owl King.”

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Filed Under: Cambridge, Member Exclusive

New Lebanon CSD’s New Assistant Principle and Athletic Director

August 4, 2022 By Eastwick Press Leave a Comment

Written by Corey Brown, Courtesy of NLCSD

Hello New Lebanon Students and Families,

My name is Corey Brown, and I am very excited to introduce myself as the new Athletic Director and Assistant Principal of New Lebanon Central School District. I am honored that I was chosen to help lead such an outstanding district and school community. I have heard nothing but positive things about the students, athletes, families, and the surrounding community. Everyone that I have had the pleasure of speaking with has already made me feel like I am part of the New Lebanon Family.

I come to you with 10 years of experience as an educator and leader in rural, urban and suburban settings ranging from the elementary, middle and high school levels. I grew up in Upstate New York before leaving to attend college out of state. I couldn’t be happier to return to New York and make this my home once again. I am a former athlete, coach, and teacher who truly cares about supporting each student’s quest to reach their full potential.

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Filed Under: Member Exclusive, New Lebanon, New Lebanon Central School

Congressional Gold Medal

August 4, 2022 By Eastwick Press Leave a Comment

Submitted by the Office of Senator Kirsten Gillibrand
Senator Kirsten Gillibrand, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and Senator Ben Cardin recently introduced a bill to award the Congressional Gold Medal to Benjamin Ferencz, the last living Nuremberg prosecutor, in recognition of his work prosecuting Nazi war criminals, most notably the Einsatzgruppen, and his service in World War II. The bill passed the House in May and was introduced by Representatives Lois Frankel, Joe Wilson, Ted Deutch, Gus Bilirakis, Jim McGovern, and Chris Smith.

Ben Ferencz immigrated to the United States from Hungary when he was ten months old and his family settled in New York City, where he grew up, and attended The City College of New York and Harvard Law School. [Read more…] about Congressional Gold Medal

Filed Under: Rensselaer County

Ruth S. Barber – Obituary

August 3, 2022 By Eastwick Press Leave a Comment

Cherry Plain – Ruth Shirley Barber, 95, a longtime resident of Cherry Plain, NY, gained her wings and was reunited with her loving husband, “Tommy,” when she peacefully passed away on July 11, 2022.

Born in Pittsfield, MA, on December 12, 1926, to the late Lester and Harriett (Main) Sime, Ruth was raised on the family farm in Lanesboro, MA, where, as a young girl, she attended a one-room schoolhouse. She later was a graduate of Pittsfield High School. She held fond memories and often spoke of her love of learning and school.  

Other than her parents, Ruth was predeceased by her husband of 54 years, Thomas G. Barber, who died in June 2010, her siblings, Lillian, Robert, Elizabeth and Caleb, a favorite aunt, her husband’s Great-Aunt, Priscilla and a beloved grandson, Joseph Nippes.   [Read more…] about Ruth S. Barber – Obituary

Filed Under: Cherry Plain, Obituaries

SVHC Celebrates $24M in Capital Campaign Support

July 28, 2022 By Eastwick Press Leave a Comment

Submitted by SVHC
Southwestern Vermont Health Care’s (SVHC) Foundation Board President Bob Van Degna has announced that $24 million has been quietly raised over the last four years toward the goal of $25 million for the Vision 2020, a Decade of Transformation Capital Campaign. The multi-phased project will renovate and expand the Emergency Department and front entrance to the hospital, and construct a new Southwestern Vermont Regional Cancer Center on the health system’s main campus.

Nearly 300 gifts have been

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Filed Under: Front Page, Member Exclusive

36th Annual Run for the Roses

July 28, 2022 By Eastwick Press Leave a Comment

On Sunday, August 14, at Grafton Lakes State Park, the 36th annual USA Track & Field (USATF) sanctioned Run for the Roses 5K will take place. The event benefits Grafton Community Library, and includes a Kids 1 Mile Fun Run. The 5K will begin at 9 am, and early entry fee is $25. Day of race registration will be $30. The fun run will begin at 10 am with an entry fee of $10. All registered participants receive a t-shirt, book, and rose. Fun Run registrants also receive a ribbon and an ice cream certificate. Race applications are also available at Grafton Lakes State Park Office, phone 518-279-1155, and at the Grafton Community Library, located at 2455 NY Route 2, phone 518- 279-0580. Register online at www.finishright.com. To download an application or find out more information, visit www.graftoncommunitylibrary.org.

 

Filed Under: Grafton

Welcoming New Girl Scouts

July 28, 2022 By Eastwick Press Leave a Comment

Local Girl Scout Service Unit 154 would like to welcome your girls to join Girl Scouts this year. We will be holding meetings after school for grades K through 5 in the elementary school, and will choose the day of the week when all registrations have been received. We have other troops in place but are happy to create new ones depending on the interest. Please call Robin Conner at the Girl Scout council at 518-489-8110 x153 and she will be able to help you get registered and get you into a troop in our area. 

Filed Under: Berlin, Cherry Plain, Grafton, Hoosick, Hoosick Falls, Nassau, New Lebanon, Petersburgh, Pittstown, Poestenkill, Rensselaer County

Stephentown Town Council Highlights

July 28, 2022 By Eastwick Press Leave a Comment

by Chris Tergliafera
The Board will hold a public hearing on Monday, August 8, at 7:15 pm to gain public comment on the proposed plan for American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds.

Local laws 2, 3, and 4 of 2022, which amend tax exemptions for senior citizens, amend the tax exemption for citizens with disabilities, and amend the Cold War veterans exemptions were adopted into law.

Public hearings to discuss tax exemptions for persons with disabilities and limited income, the proposed veterans exemption for eligible funds, and on a proposed tax exemption for alternative veterans, has been scheduled for Monday, August 8, from 7 to 7:15 pm. 

The second half of the ARPA funds should be received by the Town in the next month or two.

Filed Under: Stephentown

Battle of Bennington Reenactment Weekend 

July 28, 2022 By Eastwick Press Leave a Comment

The Friends of the Bennington Battlefield and the Brigade of the American Revolution will be hosting a reenactment of the Battle of Bennington on the weekend of August 13 and 14 at the Bennington Battlefield State Historic Site in the Town of Hoosick. The schedule of events for the weekend is as follows:

Saturday, August 13
Camps open to the public – 10 am [Read more…] about Battle of Bennington Reenactment Weekend 

Filed Under: Bennington, Hoosick

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