The Eastwick Press Newspaper

Eastern Rensselaer County's Community Newspaper

NY National Guard Holds Groundbreaking for New Facility

By

Submitted by Read Media
New York National Guard and New York state officials launched the construction of a $17 million state-of-the art maintenance facility with a March 31st ceremonial groundbreaking at the headquarters of the 42nd Infantry Division in Troy.

Major General Ray Shields, the adjutant general of New York, joined Jeanette Loy, the commissioner of New York's Office of General Services, in the groundbreaking to mark the start of the project.

You must be logged in to view this article.

2023 Trout Day Announced

By

Submitted by GLSP
Grafton Lakes State Park (GLSP) is hosting its annual Trout Day. The event will be held during school Spring Break on April 11th, from 10 am to 12:30 pm. As the weather gets warmer, it is the perfect time to stock Long Pond and Second Pond with trout. The Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) will be providing trout, and Grafton will be providing activities.

Come on your own or bring out the whole family; Trout Day is the perfect event for all ages. Enjoy trout shaped treats, crafts, and educational booths highlighting the wonders of trout. Learn about their habitats, fly tying, and macro invertebrates.

You must be logged in to view this article.

Hilldale Farm Foundation Scholarship

By

The Hilldale Farm Foundation is accepting scholarship applications from Rensselaer County students seeking higher education in agriculture and related trades. Applicants should be graduating high school seniors who have resided in Rensselaer County for the last two years, and have been accepted to a college, university, vocational, or trade school in New York State. Suitable majors and trade programs include, but are not limited to, agriculture, horticulture, pre-veterinary studies, food science, welding, diesel mechanics, etc.

You must be logged in to view this article.

David M. Hunt – Obituaries

By

Grafton – David M. Hunt, of Jay Hakes Road, passed away from cancer on Friday, March 24, 2023 at the age of 63, after a period of declining health.

Born in Framingham, MA and raised in Ashland, MA, he was the son of David E. Hunt and Claire S. (Bonvini) Hunt. He attended Cornell University in NY and later received his Ph.D in Botany from the University of Georgia. His focus was aimed specifically at oak trees, when he saw early in his studies down in Florida the rapid decline of a specific species of oak, the Florida Scrub Oak (Quercus inopina). [Read more…] about David M. Hunt – Obituaries

Marion S. Crandall – Obituaries

By

Berlin –  Marion S. Crandall, 83, passed away Tuesday, March 21, 2023, after a long fight with dementia.

Born April 15, 1939, in Petersburgh, NY, she was the daughter of Calvin Goodermote and Dorothy Crandall.

Following high school and later trade school, Marion was a stay-at-home mother. She really enjoyed taking care of her family. She also loved the holidays and crafts. [Read more…] about Marion S. Crandall – Obituaries

Hoosick Falls Armory History

By

Submitted by Shelly Stiles
The Hoosick Falls Armory was designed by Isaac Perry, then New York State Architect, and was constructed in 1889. Much of the original features remain, including the drill shed, now known as the Perry Room. The Armory was added to the State Historical Register in June 1991, and to the National Register in March 1995.

You must be logged in to view this article.

East Nassau Board of Trustees

By

Experience Change in 2023 

By Denise Wright
The Village of East Nassau is celebrating its 25th anniversary as a village. The East Nassau Board of Trustees had a busy evening on Monday, April 3rd, with a public hearing, organizational meeting, and regular April board meeting. These meetings will bring some change to the administration in East Nassau for 2023, with the resignation of Mayor Adam Acquario. 

You must be logged in to view this article.