On May 24th 2016, fourteen selected students in sixth seventh and eighth grades were inducted into the Hoosic Valley Chapter of the National Junior Honor Society (NJHS). The special induction ceremony was student organized and facilitated by existing members of the National Junior Honor Society with the support of Chapter Adviser Mr. Rich Myott.
Article in June 2 edition.
Schaghticoke- The inaugural Rock’n Derby festival made its way to the Schaghticoke Fairgrounds from May 20th through May 22nd for this first, ever of its kind event in Schaghticoke. The festival sponsored by SLP Concerts and GameLoud was three days of a unique concert, camping and entertainment experience, suitable for the entire family. There is so much more to this event than just the music, says Carly Reyna, Manager of the Schaghticoke Fairgrounds.
Article in the 05-26 edition.
Schaghticoke- Abbott (Ab) Wiley was recently honored for his 70 years of service by the Victor Masonic Lodge #680 in Schaghticoke. Wiley shared how he came to be a member of the lodge, which he says, has been in existence for over 200 years. Wiley, 99 years old, is a proud lifelong resident of the Town of Pittstown. Wiley grew up in Pittstown on his family farm before he began his military service in WWII in 1941.
Entire article in the 05-12 edition.
Rensselaer County- On April 30th 2016 the 53rd annual Rensselaer County Dairy Princess Banquet and Pageant took place at the Pittstown Volunteer Emergency Corps. The panel of judges who select the Dairy Princess candidate look for a young woman who best epitomizes the wholesome quality of milk, and will act as a responsible and dedicated spokesperson for the New York State Dairy Industry.
Article in the May 5th edition
On April 20th Kinder Morgan released a statement announcing that, “ Kinder Morgan Inc. and its subsidiary, Tennessee Gas Pipeline Company (TGP) have suspended further work and expenditures on the Northeast Energy Direct (NED) project. “ In part, the statement reads that, “this decision was “as a result of inadequate capacity commitments from prospective customers.” The statement included several other factors that led to the suspension of the project.
Article in the 04-28 edition
The CR-111 bridge in Johnsonville has been closed since September of 2013. It was closed immediately following an inspection by NYSDOT who issued a red flag PIA for the CR-111 bridge due to noted deterioration of the structure members. The highway department was unable to make necessary repairs in 24 hours so an immediate closure was necessary for safety
Read in the April 28th edition