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Hockey: One goal is enough for Bethlehem

Mrazik stands tall for Nisky/Schenectady in loss

Sometimes, one goal is all you need. And sometimes, one goal is all you get. Such was the case Friday at the Bethlehem Area YMCA, where Bethlehem made a first-period goal stand in a 1-0 Capital District High School Hockey League victory over Niskayuna/Schenectady.

Girls basketball: Defense propels Bethlehem past Guilderland

Eagles soar into sole possesion of third place in division

For the second time this season, the Bethlehem girls basketball team posted a convincing victory over Guilderland.

Nisky lawn debris fee official

Councilman spars with supervisor over fee implementation

There is a new fee on the books in Niskayuna, but one councilman is painting it as a scam to raise additional revenue.

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High-tech campus seeks students

TEC-SMART up and running, open advisements weekly

The satellite campus is an attractive alternative to taking classes at the college’s main campus in Troy, since it’s located right in theLuther Forest Technology Campus at the heart of the area’s technology growth.

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Hoffman's Car Wash reopens

Business closes after fears of land erosion

Hoffman's Car Wash and Jiffy Lube reopened on Friday, Feb. 3 after it was closed by Town officials because of land erosion fears.

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Ballston supervisor heads county Independence Party

Patti Southworth has been appointed as Chairperson for the Independent Party for Saratoga County.

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Saratoga ambulance rates hold steady, for now

Saratoga Springs leaders at an emergency meeting Thursday, Feb. 2, decided the Saratoga Springs Fire Department will take over ambulance at the same rates SaratogaEmergency Medical Services had been charging — for the time being, at least.

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A style all her own

When Patti Mollica paints, she uses big brushes and lots of thick paint so her artwork is “fast, loose and bold,” just like the popular workshop she teaches.

Police: Family stole from elderly, disabled relatives

A family of four from Loudonville was arrested for allegedly stealing credit cards from their elderly and disabled relatives, according to information from the Colonie Police Department.

Hockey: Puck bounces Shen's way in OT

Tardif scores game winner off CBA misfire

Brad Tardif knew exactly what to do with the puck once he saw it bounce toward him. The junior forward intercepted a clearing attempt and scored the winning goal in overtime to lift Shenendehowa to a 2-1 victory over Christian Brothers Academy in Thursday's Capital District High School Hockey League game at the Clifton Park Arena.

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Making Capitol connections

Chief Taylor attends State of the Union as Tonko’s guest

Attending President Barack Obama’s State of the Union address was a memorable experience for Rotterdam Junction Fire Department Chief Shawn Taylor, but it also made for a productive trip.

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Elmsere PTA to work for new playground

Parents say existing playground needs work, is outdated

Members of the Elsmere Elementary School PTA have put together a proposal to purchase and construct a new playground for the school.

Niskayuna Town Board candidate switches sides

Rizzo cites philosophical differences, campaign tactics for switch

A former Republican candidate for Niskayuna Town Board has decided the Grand Old Party isn’t a good fit anymore.

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Focusing on the Wild West

Alplaus cafe hosts area photographer’s ‘True Grit’ art show

One area woman didn’t pick up the lens until later in life, but now she’s focusing it on a bygone lifestyle not often seen.

Mohon mulls $1.9M projected budget gap

Community budget forum focuses on 2.28 percent tax levy increase

Mohonasen Central School District is likely facing another year of budget cuts after shedding more than $6.5 million in spending and 60 positions over the last three years.

Sports poll: Best CDHSHL Division I player

It's time to turn our attention to the rink, where we have four strong candidates for being the top Capital District High School Hockey League Division I player.

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Hamagreal students spend afternoon giving back

Volunteer projects part of Kids Helping Kids program

For the second year in a row, the school has held an afterschool program where students can volunteer their time to give back to local causes. The day of service is part of the school’s Kids Helping Kids program.

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From Boston to parking lot

Fishmonger’s truck means fresh seafood on the go

Since July, Peter Kenyon and his partner Dora Swan of Altamont have been selling fresh fish out of their large refrigerated truck at the Delmar Farmers Market, with help from their son-in-law Andy Scram. Since the market has closed for the winter, Fin — Your Fishmonger truck has been parked each Saturday at the Philips Hardware on Delaware Avenue and the ConRel parking lot on Carmen Road in Guilderland.

Newbie voted into vacant N.Col BOE seat

D. Ron Von Dell was elected to the North Colonie Board of Education in a Special Election on Tuesday, Jan. 31. Just two votes (248-246) separated Von Dell from his opponent, David Rosenthal.

Editorial: Wards ignore the issue

This editorial appeared in the Feb. 1, 2012, edition of The Spotlight.

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