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North East Town Board candidates selected
MILLERTON — At a caucus of the North East Democratic Committee on July 20, two candidates appeared seeking the party’s endorsement for the remaining one-year term for the seat vacated by Griffin Cooper. Rachele Grieco Cole, a newcomer to town politics, was selected over Chris Mayville, a Republican,...
Young naturalists capture and catalogue critters
SALISBURY — Youngsters attending a “Bio Blitz” event at the Scoville Memorial Library Saturday, July 20, came up with an impressive haul of animals found on the library grounds. The children worked under the guidance of Bethany Sheffer, naturalist at the Sharon Audubon Center. Speaking to the...
Eric Veden unveils 33rd installment in Falls Village video series
FALLS VILLAGE — Eric Veden’s 33rd installment of video about Falls Village kicks off at the Lime Rock Station Road home of Jim and Louise March, whose home used to be the quarters for the teamsters who worked for the railroad. Jim Marsh explains that “every room had...
Mother of 2 Says It Cost Her $10 Million In 52 Days After Losing Her Golden Corral Franchise Unlawfully
Sherrance Henderson, an African American mother of two autistic children and the owner of Cornucopia Queen, Inc. (CQI) doing business as Golden Corral, is advancing in her legal battle against Golden Corral Franchise Systems. She is bringing serious allegations of racial discrimination and financial ruin against the franchise, claiming her...
Upstate New York School One of First in Area to Ban Cell Phones
As Governor Kathy Hochul continues her statewide push to ban smartphones inside New York schools, a school district in the Capital Region has already implemented a plan to make its school a "phone-free" space. Should All Schools Do This?. Eventually, they will. Gov. Kathy Hochul announced this week that she...
New Hunt library art exhibit kicks off with reception
FALLS VILLAGE — The David M. Hunt Library hosted a reception for artists Sarah Martinez and Ali Gibbons Saturday, July 20. The artists’ show, “Serial Works on Paper and Canvas” runs through Aug. 16 at the library. Gibbons and husband (and fellow artist) Scott Reinhardt split...
Rotarians dole out funds for community programs
SALISBURY — Salisbury Rotary Club’s Charitable Gifts Committee presented donations and scholarships to locals Tuesday, July 16. Marking its 75th year as a club, the Rotarians made a dinner to celebrate the occasion. Steak, shrimp cakes, veggies and desserts were paired with splendid conversation between the community and club members.
Author to share tales from new ‘Route 17’ book
COPAKE — Esther Cohen, a self-described lover of pens, will have plenty on hand for the audience to use as she combines readings from her latest book with an opportunity for them to create their own writings at the Roeliff Jansen Library, 9091 Route 22, Hillsdale at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 1.
The Corner Food Pantry comes to the Salisbury Association
SALISBURY — Starting Aug. 3, the Salisbury Association will be hosting an exhibit on The Corner Food Pantry. The exhibit at the Academy Building on 24 Main St in Salisbury will showcase the food pantry and all it does for northwest Connecticut. Visitors will learn more about the challenges of sourcing food and volunteers, and planning for the future.
Two Capital Region banks to merge, change names
Arrow Financial Corporation, who owns both Glens Falls National Bank and Trust Company and Saratoga National Bank and Trust Company, has finalized a merger between the two. The banks will be renamed as Arrow Bank National Association.
‘Battle of the Books’ library golf tourney July 27
Time to register is running out for the hotly contested NorthEast-Millerton v. Amenia Free Libraries’ Fourth Annual Battle of the Books set for Saturday, July 27 at 4 p.m. at the Undermountain Golf Course at 274 Undermountain Rd., Copake. Golfers my register until Wednesday, July 24 at the course...
Sprawling & Eclectic Marylou Whitney Estate On Market For $16M
This historic 120-acre estate in Saratoga Springs, previously owned by Marylou Whitney and her husband, John Hendrickson, is up for sale. The property features a large 6,218 sq ft mansion from 1851 with 7 bedrooms and 9 bathrooms. It includes amenities like a pool house, tennis courts, rose gardens, multiple garages, and additional buildings such as a chapel and an office. Check it out!
MountainOne Announces Promotion of Matthew Lauro
NORTH ADAMS — MountainOne announced the promotion of Matthew Lauro to senior vice president, Western Massachusetts commercial team leader. In this elevated role, Lauro has assumed responsibility for the oversight, management, and growth of MountainOne’s commercial banking activities in Western Mass. In addition to having the Western Mass. commercial lenders reporting to him, he is responsible for working closely with the bank’s credit administration and commercial portfolio management staff to ensure the integrity and quality of the loan portfolio.
Jungle Jim Free Library Event in Adams
ADAMS, Mass. — Families and children are invited to the Adams Free Library's free event hosting "Minecraft Madness Balloon Magic" by "Jungle Jim" Manning on Thursday, July 25 at 6:00 p.m. This event is free and open to the public and best for ages four to eleven. Jim Manning,...
Teen missing from Saint Anne Institute in Albany
ALBANY, NY (WRGB) — Lia'Mya Morehouse, 14, was last seen in Albany on July 17. She was a resident at the Saint Anne Institute in Albany, but has ties to Washington, Warren, Saratoga and Albany counties. Police say if you approach her, she will run. Anyone who sees Lia'Mya...
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