We’re not a bunch of easily-duped hicks like our supervisor believes
Eric Kuck, co-chair, Knox Democratic Committee, 2017 Knox Democratic Caucus Chairman
View ArticleMolloy-Grocki wants to ‘fight for what’s best for kids’
Tara Molloy-Grocki is the new president of the Guilderland Teachers’ Association. She replaces Erin McNamara, who started in the post in 2014.
View ArticleStewart’s says moratorium ‘ties our hands,’ village says it’s needed for good...
Voorheesville adopted a moratorium on development at the end of June so that its first-ever comprehensive land-use plan can be completed.
View ArticleStudy finds human activities threaten birds’ habitats
Habitats of North American birds, especially wintering grounds in Central America, face their greatest threat from human activities, according to a recent study published in the journal Global Change...
View ArticleActivists join forces to help families visit North Country inmates
A new organization, Friends in the Adirondacks, offers hospitality to visiting families of people who are incarcerated in the North Country. The organization’s other mission, said co-founder Martha...
View ArticleJay Coleman’s family served time along with him
An organization called Prison Families of New York State was based in Albany for a quarter-century.
View ArticleOpen your home and heart to a prisoner’s family
Prisoners are less likely to commit crimes once they are released if they’ve stayed connected to their families and communities.
View ArticleRegister for Knox Youth Soccer by August 18
KNOX — The Knox Youth Council and the town of Knox invite area youth to participate in the 2017 Youth Soccer Program this fall. This is a fun program that helps build basic soccer skills and/or...
View ArticleGolf tourney supports BKW scholarship in Wyatt Spencer’s name
The memory of Wyatt Spencer lives on in a golf tournament and scholarship. Sept. 23 will be the Seventh Annual Wyatt Spencer Memorial — BKW Class of 2014 Golf Tournament.In 2009, James Wyatt Spencer, a...
View ArticleHelp the Guilderland Food Pantry ‘Drive Out Hunger’
GUILDERLAND — The Guilderland Food Pantry has been assisting the food insecure locally since 1979. Serving over 120 families, 25 seniors, and 85 children every month, the food pantry helps fill the gap...
View ArticleStar athletes and coaches return to celebrate Lettermen’s 20th anniversary
GUILDERLAND — Former Buffalo Bills running back Drew Smith is among more than 80 Guilderland all-star athletes and coaches who will return for the 20th anniversary Guilderland Lettermen Classic Golf...
View ArticleNash’s vet bill has been paid
GUILDERLAND — Thanks to the support of our animal-loving community, service dog Nash’s large veterinary bill has been paid in full.Special thanks to our entertaining band, The Blue Stones; our...
View ArticleTwo men charged with felonies for Altamont Oaks burglary
ALTAMONT — “We have it all on video,” said Altamont Police Chief Todd Pucci, referring to a May 6 break-in at Altamont Oaks by four young men. Two 19-year-old men were charged with robbery, criminal...
View ArticleA journey of healing from California to the Hilltowns
The founder of the organization Gilda’s Club, Joanna Bull, talks about Buddhism and the practice of social and emotional support when confronting cancer.
View ArticleAltamont Fair gets back to basics
ALTAMONT — The Altamont Fair will be celebrating 125 years since it was founded to feature livestock competitions and horse races. New to the fair this year are Nerger’s Tigers and the World of Wonders...
View ArticleUnder deadline, Westerlo approves contract for public hearing
In order for a cable company to qualify for a grant to fund expanding its internet service in Westerlo, the town must go through a multi-step process to approve a contract before Aug. 15. But last week...
View ArticleMedicine to reverse opioid overdoses now at low cost
A first-in-the-nation program to provide no-cost or lower-cost naloxone at pharmacies across New York began on Aug. 9, according to a release from the governor’s office.
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