Fiction that hits close to home
Delmar native returns to Capital District for discussion on her books
Delmar native Lee Woodruff will speak at a Schenectady Public Library event about her first two memoirs and her recent novel on Saturday, Nov. 10 at 2 p.m.
Supplies for storm survivors
Hardware store owner trucks generators Downstate after Capital District spared
Local hardware store owner Jon Phillips took a truckload of supplies downstate after Hurricane Sandy hit the state and is continuing the effort.
Fahy cruises to victory in the 109th
McEneny successor sets out aggressive to-do list
Democratic candidate Patricia Fahy has won her bid as representative of the newly redrawn 109th state assembly district by a wide margin.
Reinhardt wins with comfortable lead
After a close Democratic primary race for Bethlehem Town Board, Bill Reinhardt has won the general election with a significant lead over his opponents.
Decades for Delmar tradition
40 years later, Troop 75’s SportsMart bigger than ever
A fundraiser that’s become a community tradition among winter sports lovers is about to mark a special anniversary.
Mandates and education top agendas of 109th hopefuls
Three candidates for Assembly debate for the final time
State government’s effect on local municipalities continued to be an issue in a recent debate between candidates in the 109th Assembly District.
Town Board hopefuls share plans
Republicans looking to take back seat
Candidates running for an open seat on the Bethlehem Town Board expressed different opinions about the state of affairs in town at a recent forum.
W'vliet Reservoir worker dies in accident
Body has been removed by official
A Watervliet Reservoir worker has died in an -on-the-job accident after suffering a medical emergency, according to Guilderland police.
Student group works to get out the vote
UAlbany initiative signs up 1,000 local voters, educates on new districts
At the University at Albany, a newly formed student group called Think Globally, Vote Locally has worked to register nearly 1,000 students in fewer than 10 days.
Few weigh in on town budget
No changes made as Nov. 14 adoption date approaches
Few residents offered up suggestions regarding Bethlehem’s preliminary spending plan for 2013 at a recent public hearing.
Discover new Hollow-een fun
Selkirk’s Hollyhock Hollow invites public for frightfully educational afternoon
The Mohawk-Hudson Chapter of the Appalachian Mountain Club is holding a family-friendly Halloween festival at Hollyhock Hollow in Selkirk to showcase the group’s work on revitalizing trails and the sanctuary as a whole into a friendlier place for visitors.
BC fights bullying with music
District organizes concert, distributes tickets for good behavior
Bethlehem High School students are taking a stand against bullying, and being rewarded for their efforts.
Advocate visits Pakistan
U.S. delegation demonstrates against drone use
Bethlehem resident Joseph Lombardo will speak about his recent trip to Pakistan as part of the United National Anti-War Coalition at an event at the Bethlehem Library on Saturday, Oct. 27.
BC: Busing changes pay off
New practices expected to save $500k to $800k
The Bethlehem Central School District saved more money than expected by consolidating bus stops and operating buses at fuller capacities, according to district officials.
Disgraced V’ville super to head RCS
Past audit found official fleeced Voorheesville schools
In a narrow vote, the Ravena-Coeymans-Selkirk Central School District Board of Education appointed an interim superintendent who left another area district in disgrace.
BCHS trespasser identified
Former student playing prank
A former student has been held responsible for trespassing on Bethlehem High School property yesterday as a prank, according to police.
Pair arrested for burglary in Bethlehem
Police have arrested two people in connection with a string on burglaries from around the Capital District after the pair allegedly broke into a Selkirk home.
Whooping cough found at BC High
The Bethlehem Central School District has confirmed a case of pertussis at the high school.
A taste of the East in Elsmere
Tea House Asian Bistro opens in former Friendly’s building
Jim Zheng has always wanted to own an authentic Asian teahouse and now his dream is becoming a reality.
Councilman grills IDA prez on tax breaks
New policy changes abatement structure, but does not rule out retail
The Bethlehem Industrial Development Agency has opted to restructure its tax abatement policy after receiving pushback over tax breaks given to retail businesses.
Chief: Budget short on overtime
Bethlehem’s top cop asks for $100k restoration in 2013 budget
Bethlehem Police Chief Louis Corsi says his department is short on overtime in the town’s tentative budget to the tune of six figures.
Speaker to bring Ghana’s issues to light
Alice Kyei-Anti has spent decades working in Africa
For the fourth time, Ghanian Presbyterian leader Alice Kyei-Anti will visit the Capital District to speak about her experiences in Africa as a pastor and public health advocate.
Martelle says town needs GOP
Board candidate says one-party rule lacks diverse opinions
Jeremy Martelle feels greater diversity is needed in Bethlehem town government, and that putting a Republican on the Town Board is the best way to provide it.
BC’s summer camp experiment
Two-week program pitched for another year after profit made
Bethlehem Central School District officials are looking to continue a summer enrichment camp for a second year after interest in the two-week program was greater than expected.
McCoy proposes 9 percent tax levy
County plan would privatize nursing home; add to workforce
The proposed $568 million budget increases spending by 1.4 percent from 2012. The plan would raise taxes by 8.9 percent, resulting in a $60 increase for every home valued at $200,000.
Fired up over food
Cooking Channel features Elsmere firefighter in upcoming episode
Delmar Resident Christopher Massie will be featured on The Cooking Channel's new show "My Grandmother's Raviolis" hosted by Comedian Mo Rocca.
Bethlehem Democratic Committee has a new leader
Kuhn rides Reform wave, Clyne retains county chairmanship
Bethlehem’s Democratic Party is under new leadership after Councilman Jeffrey Kuhn was voted into the position of town committee chairman last week.
Where is grass greener?
Town, groundskeeper at odds on course closure, public to have say
With a tentative budget on the table that would raise property taxes by 8 percent and instate a number of cuts, one debate that has already started in the Town of Bethlehem is whether the Colonial Acres Golf Course should be closed or kept open.
Pork protesters visit Glenmont
Mercy for Animals pickets against Wal-Mart's practices
Members of a national animal rights organization made their way to Glenmont in late September to protest the alleged abuse of pigs by Wal-Mart pork suppliers.
History put on the map, at last
Slingerlands home to Bethlehem’s first historic district
After more than two years of work, the Slingerlands Historical District has officially been added to the State and National Registers of Historic Places.
Park Place pitched
The 265-unit development, would be adjacent to Elm Avenue Park
Developers hope a proposed housing development’s proximity to Elm Avenue Park will make it attractive to apartment seekers.
Slingerlands ShopRite opens its doors
Grocery store first Vista tenant in business
Plans for the Vista Technology Campus are becoming a reality as the first business within the park has opened its doors.
Author pens a gripping tale
Writer’s eighth book, ‘In the Grip,’ draws from life in Delmar
The newest novel by Delmar resident Myer Kutz delves into the human spirit and how far one will go to protect those they love.
EMS merger pitched
Report recommends Bethlehem, Delmar combo, but does not name savings
A new report recommends the merging of Bethlehem’s volunteer ambulance agencies by the end of the year, but the two groups targeted feel the timetable is unrealistic.
Missteps mark RCS Library move
Library served notice to vacate by village months before ready
After a multi-month struggle, the Ravena-Coeymans-Selkirk Community Library will stay in its space within the Ravena Village Building until the end of the year, still several months before library officials deem ideal for a move.
Reinhardt keeps his lead
Cunningham gives support to opponent, absentee count shifts committee results
Bill Reinhardt is the official Democratic candidate for Bethlehem Town Board.
Bethlehem budget calls for tax increase
Plan includes loss of 16 positions and 8 percent tax hike
The supervisor's tentative budget would close a $3.5 million gap with no layoffs or major service cuts, but would end funding to Colonial Acres Golf Course.
A purrfect cause for local girls
Kitten Angels floats on donations to put thousands of kittens in homes
Judie Janco began Kitten Angels in Delmar nearly 11 years ago. The organization works through animal control and the watchful eye of residents. Any wild cats that are found within Bethlehem with kittens are rescued by the group.
Timebanks deal in unique currency
Capital District groups see members exchanging skills, time with one another
When the economy began to go south in 2008, Emily Rossier started to think about the meaning of money.
BC lobbies for school DARE officers
Town’s compost facility operates in the red, marketing of product discussed
The Town of Bethlehem is considering making changes to two community programs on its way to a balanced 2013 budget.
Mixed opinions on BC bond
District eyes bevy of repairs and improvements; additional forum to come
Bethlehem Central School District officials are continuing to seek feedback from the community about bonding for facilities upgrades, and on a Monday, Sept. 10 forum, it was clear there is mixed opinion about the idea.
UPDATE: Breslin wins by sizable margin
Fahy wins crowded 109th contest comfortably, faces Danz in November
Voters within the newly redrawn 44th Senate District made their voices heard.
Road race offers new hope
Success of 5K leads to formation of regional nonprofit venture
For the fourth year in a row, one group of local practitioners is giving back to the community by helping in the fight against cancer.
Bethlehem Town Board race tight
Reinhardt over Cunningham 1673-1580, absentee ballots to decide winner
There is no clear winner in the primary race for Bethlehem Town Board.
BC sticking to reduced bus stops
Troubles attributed to normal hiccups
Bethlehem Central school officials said this year’s plan to consolidate bus stops has gone smoother than previous attempts, but it is still too early to tell if the new system will last.
A new hope through road race
Success of 5K leads to formation of new, regional nonprofit venture
For the fourth year in a row, one group of local practitioners is giving back to the community by helping in the fight against cancer.
In packed race, hopefuls look to stand out
Seven 109th Assembly candidates meet in forum, pitch platforms
A crowded field of Democratic candidates for the 109th Assembly District made efforts to differentiate their positions to voters one week before a primary that will see most of their bids ended.
Scout looks for helping hand
Eagle project at Blanchard Post need supplies to finish cleanup
Local Boy Scout Joe Garry has been working hard to earn his Eagle Scout award before the summer ends, but to finish he needs the community’s help.
Prelude to full plates
Afternoon of music to benefit in-need food pantry
Local musician and composer Wally Jones will be hosting a concert with the help of 14 other local artists to benefit the Venture Churches Food Pantry at the First Reformed Church of Bethlehem on Sunday, Sept. 15.
Work underway to form ‘friends’ for parks
Proponents say Bethlehem group would be long-term endeavor
A small group of Bethlehem residents are hoping to form a nonprofit group to help out the Parks and Recreation Department.