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Venanzo Carlucci (1932 – 2020) ALBANY—Venanzo Carlucci, 87, of Ghent passed away peacefully February 12, 2020 at St. Peter’s Hospital. He was born June 11, 1932, the son of the […]
OBITUARIES: Johnson, Meyers
Arthur T. Johnson (1930 – 2020) ARGYLE—Arthur Thomas Johnson, 89, passed away January 29, 2020 at his home. Born June 2, 1930 in Niverville, he was the son of the […]
A smoother ride ahead for Rte. 22 in Canaan
CANAAN–Nearly 25 town residents attended the February 10 meeting of the Town Board to hear the good news that the state Department of Transportation intends to complete repaving of state […]
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By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COXSACKIE — Eager customers lined the sidewalk outside Simone’s Kitchen as the eatery planned to reopen Wednesday for the first time in two […]
By Bill Schmick For Capital Region Independent Media Recently, several studies, combined with macroeconomic data in both the private and public sectors, have revealed that immigration has benefited the economy […]
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: I will be turning 63 soon. Can I apply for Social Security and continue to work? Would I be limited to […]
By Dr. William Holland For Capital Region Independent Media Those of us who have been in the Christian faith for a while joyfully embrace Romans chapter eight as it is […]
By Steve Ammerman NYFB Director of Communications Spring planting season is here, which means you may see more large farm equipment out on the roads as farmers move between the […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media A close friend of mine shared a fascinating story about a lady in his family from China who lived to be over […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media I’m beginning to think there may be something to this idea of global climate change. It seems that our usual spring has […]
News Herald –April 11, 1924 – F.E. Bleezarde, Publisher Coeymans: Ravena: Coeymans Herald – April 10, 1889 – S.H. & E.J. Sherman, Proprietors
By Doug LaRocque Craig N. Ross Jr. will spend the next 47 years to life in prison for the Sept. 30 kidnapping of a 9-year-old girl from Moreau State Park. […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media GREENVILLE — The board of education approved the proposed $35,986,371 budget for the 2024-25 school year. The spending plan will next go to […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — The Ravena fire department is looking for a few brave souls. The firehouse held an open house Saturday, seeking new volunteers […]
RAVENA – Dennis J. Jones, 66, passed away at his home on Wednesday, April 10, 2024, surrounded by his loving family, after fighting a long, hard battle with cancer. Dennis […]
By DIANE VALDEN GALLATIN—Two individuals were indicted on charges related to the illegal possession of weapons and drugs, according to a press release from District Attorney Chris Liberati-Conant. March 15 […]
By PETER FLIERL CANAAN–The Canaan Town Board led by Supervisor Brenda Adams met the day of the eclipse, April 8. The board held an extended session and passed several resolutions: […]
By DEBORAH E. LANS GHENT–The levels of heat-trapping greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in the global atmosphere reached all-time highs in 2023, according to research just released by NOAA, the National […]
By DAVID LEE COPAKE–On Thursday evening, April 4, the Copake Town Board convened a special meeting in the Town Hall, 230 Mountain View Road, on the occasion of the 200th […]
Editor’s note: A charge is not a conviction. All persons listed are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Charges can be amended or dismissed. STATE POLICE
By Harrison McAneny, 12th Grade For Capital Region Independent Media Being an athlete at Greenville High School is something many students enjoy. However, going beyond the high school level to […]
By Marlene McTigue For Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — At her spacious home on Pulver Avenue in Ravena, 100-year-old Mabel Klenk accepts visitors. Her hair is white now and she […]
By JEANETTE WOLFBERG HUDSON–The Columbia County Board of Supervisors authorized the County MIS Department to “purchase and oversee the installation of” new Verkada security cameras at nine locations using American […]
RAVENA — On Sunday, April 14, at 2 p.m., the Ravena Coeymans Historical Society will present the last of the winter/spring program series. Guest speaker and author Gerald A. Finin […]
Submitted by Greenville Central School District Tatum Lampman’s teenage years started like every coming-of-age story — an honors student, a varsity athlete, and a regular kid who enjoyed spending time […]
By Pat Larsen We have a few choices here. We like choices. Especially since we get so few on a daily basis anymore. We can be grateful for all the […]
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: I just saw an article which said that certain spousal options were going away, but there are still good options […]
By Dr. William Holland For Capital Region Independent Media The human experience includes the standard requirement to choose right and wrong and has always been accountable when it comes to […]
By Charlene Marchand For Capital Region Independent Media A couple of reminders for all dog owners. We are pleased to announce that our Columbia-Greene Humane Society/SPCA at 111 Humane Society […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media Growing up, my dad was a huge fan of author and motivational speaker Zig Ziglar, filling our home with the sound of […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media I drove by the elementary school where I spent the best 38 years the other day. Quiet, parking lot empty and no […]
By Marlene McTigue Capital Region Independent Media COXSACKIE — Celebrated Latina vocalist Bronte Roman will once again be the featured performer at Capital Region Independent Media’s Top 5ive Changemakers awards […]
By Mark Vinciguerra Capital Region Independent Media A few short weeks ago, we told you about the newly formed Empire State Local News Coalition. Capital Region Independent Media is proud […]
By DIANE VALDEN GREENPORT—State Police executed a search warrant on Joslen Boulevard resulting in a large seizure of allegedly illegally possessed drugs and firearms by a convicted felon, March 28. […]
By EMILIA TEASDALE GHENT—The four villages in Columbia County are finalizing their 2024-2025 budget. In New York, most village budget fiscal years run from June 1 to May 31. Boards […]
By JEANETTE WOLFBERG HUDSON–Trespassing, evictions, and redevelopment received attention at the Hudson Housing Authority (HHA) Board of Commissioners meeting March 18. The HHA runs the 135-unit income-restricted Bliss Tower and […]
By LORNA CHEROT LITTLEWAY TWO OF US PRODUCTIONS opened its 2024 season with “A Shayna Maidel” by Barbara Lebow at the Copake Grange, March 22-24. It is a timely choice. […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media With so many eminently qualified nominees, it was a tough job to choose, but the winners of the second annual Top 5ive Changemakers […]
By Marlene McTigue and Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media Skywatchers all over the Capital Region have been heading outside this afternoon to watch the solar eclipse. While some areas […]
By DOUG LAROCQUE NEW LEBANON–At the March meeting of the Town Board, it was a case of saving the best for last. Supervisor Tistrya Houghtling mentioned she had gotten a […]
By CHRIS ATKINS and LAUREN LETELLIER, Hilldale Town Historians OUR LITTLE CORNER of Columbia County is often referred to as the “Roe Jan Region,” and local folks know that “Roe […]
Editor’s note: A charge is not a conviction. All persons listed are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Charges can be amended or dismissed. STATE POLICE
By Susan Kayne For Capital Region Independent Media For over two decades, Unbridled has tirelessly devoted itself to rescuing the most vulnerable members of the equine population. Regardless of their […]
RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — RCS student-athletes wrapped up another winter sports season, and the results were impressive. “I could not be more proud of how the season went,” said the Director of […]
By Pat Larsen For Capital Region Independent Media What a gift each and every day can be. When the curtains are pulled open each morning and the skyline comes into […]
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: I am almost 63 and my husband will be 61 soon, and we are looking to see when our best […]
By Dr. William Holland For Capital Region Independent Media Throughout history, no one has made a greater impact than Jesus Christ. So, who is this person called Jesus? He was […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media Growing up, my dad always told me to “dress for success.” But I hardly paid attention. I was the kid with unruly […]
By Bill Schmick For Capital Region Independent Media Immigration has become a dirty word among Americans. Illegal aliens take the brunt of the nation’s animosity, for sure, and are vilified […]
News Herald – March 28, 1924 – F.E. Bleezarde, Publisher Coeymans: Ravena: Coeymans Herald – March 28, 1889 – S.H. & E.J. Sherman, Proprietors
First in a series BY DEBORAH E. LANS GHENT–Two studies issued recently both document and underscore the worsening state of childcare, and especially infant and toddler care, in the county, […]
Kenneth W. Fuller, 37, of Ravena, passed away Friday, March 29. Ken was born March 30, 1986 in Albany, NY. He graduated from Ravena-Coeymans-Selkirk High School, Class of 2004, and […]
By NANCY JANE KERN I LOVE SKUNKS and saw one foraging in a field just before our weekend snow and ice storm. It lumbered along poking its nose down in […]
By HOWARD BLUE DID YOU EVER WONDER how far back the Native Americans who once lived in Columbia County lived here? Well thanks to an analysis of a collection of […]
By ROBERT & JOHANNA TITUS THE CATSKILL GEOLOGISTS, otherwise known as Professors Robert and Johanna Titus, have published their latest book, their fifth and newest book: “The Hudson River Schools […]
By DIANE VALDEN HUDSON—Hudson Police quickly addressed a gun threat involving a local teenager. March 25 at 9:39 p.m., Hudson Police received information regarding a school threat involving a firearm. […]
By District Superintendent Michael Bennett For Capital Region Independent Media Extracurricular activities have long been regarded as an integral part of a well-rounded education. As a district, we recognize academics […]
By Susan Kayne For Capital Region Independent Media In the heart of Columbia County, a tale of despair and redemption unfolded during the unforgiving winter of 2019. On the grounds […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — Everyone had an “egg-cellent” time Saturday. The annual Easter Egg Hunt hosted by Ravena VFW Post 9594 drew a record-setting number […]
By EMILIA TEASDALE VALATIE—The Town Board approved members to the newly formed Comprehensive Plan Update Committee at their regular meeting on March 4. The town’s Comprehensive Plan is from 2000, […]
Staff report RAVENA — There is a national foster care crisis in the U.S., with a reported 391,000 kids in the foster care system but only 208,823 licensed foster homes, according […]
ALBANY — Assemblyman Chris Tague (R-102) last week showed recognition and thanks to two veterans of the Vietnam War who live in the 102nd Assembly District. As the son of […]
By DIANE VALDEN HILLSDALE—Hecate Energy has scheduled two community meetings April 3 to tell the public what its revised industrial-sized Shepherd’s Run Solar Project will look like. A Chicago-based developer […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — A small band of the faithful walked through the village on Good Friday to commemorate the walk of Jesus to the […]
Staff Report COEYMANS — It was standing room only at Yanni’s Too restaurant when the RCS Community Business Association gathered to celebrate the launch of Discover RCS, a multi-pronged community […]
Editor’s note: A charge is not a conviction. All persons listed are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Charges can be amended or dismissed. STATE POLICE
By JEANETTE WOLFBERG HUDSON–The Columbia County Board of Supervisors authorized steep fee increases for disposing specific items at Solid Waste stations, action plans on the newly-purchased 11 Warren Street, arrangements […]
By DAVID LEE GHENT–The New York State Maple Producers Association is in the midst of the State Maple Weekend open house, which is actually two weekends, first on March 16 […]
By NANCY JANE KERN IT’S SPRING! We may get a little more snow and stormy weather, but it is time to think about gardens and planting. Snow is called poor […]
By DOUG LAROCQUE NEW LEBANON–At the regular session of the New Lebanon School Board on Wednesday, March 6, most of the meeting time was dedicated to Superintendent Andrew Kourt’s final […]
By DIANE VALDEN HUDSON—Hudson Police arrested Orlando Williams, 54, of Hudson on several felony counts, including one count of second degree attempted murder, a class B felony; second degree kidnapping, […]
By Doug LaRocque For Capital Region Independent Media CAIRO — A Cairo man was arrested Tuesday and faces numerous weapons charges. Ian Lynch, 33, of Cairo, was arrested following a […]
By Mark Kane For Capital Region Independent Media Well, race fans, it is that time of year again. The race season will soon be here in the Capital District. Race […]
By Doug LaRocque For Capital Region Independent Media The Empire State Local News Coalition, a statewide advocacy group of more than 150 local news outlets and elected officials, rallied at […]
By Susan Kayne For Capital Region Independent Media In the heart of a sanctuary, which seems like a portal to a world as enchanting as Narnia, the dawn ushers in […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — The annual Easter Egg Hunt has evolved into one of the community’s most beloved traditions. Held outside Ravena VFW Post 9594 […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — It’s the end of an era — after creating a “football dynasty” with a combined 100 years of coaching experience, three […]
By Bill Schmick For Capital Region Independent Media Many Americans are getting a bad case of sticker shock when their check arrives at their favorite restaurants. Higher costs for labor, […]
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: How does Social Security handle the death of one spouse? Say, for example, the husband receives $2,000 per month in […]
By Dr. William Holland For Capital Region Independent Media Do you believe there is such a thing as good and evil, God and Satan? When something good happens do you […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media They silently witness our lives every day, yet we scarcely acknowledge their presence. As we hustle through our days, our eyes might […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media It’s March. March is not one of my favorite months. Telly, my trusty canine companion, loves the occasional light coating of snow […]
By LORNA CHEROT LITTLEWAY THE ROELIFF JANSEN HISTORICAL SOCIETY was the site of a talk about the 19th century’s greatest champion boxing match, staged in Boston Corner, Sunday, March 10. […]
By EMILIA TEASDALE GHENT—All four villages in the county held elections Tuesday, March 19. Kinderhook Village has a new mayor – former trustee Dorene M. Weir ran unopposed. There is […]
By PETER FLIERL CANAAN–Canaan Town Supervisor Brenda Adams, along with board members David Patzwahl and Will Powers, managed to take action on a variety of town business and upcoming events […]
By DEBORAH E. LANS GHENT–It’s warm out there, the winter was easy and spring has come early. Or, has it? The weather has toggled between the 60s and the 20s, […]
Editor’s note: A charge is not a conviction. All persons listed are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Charges can be amended or dismissed. STATE POLICE
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — Every March, New York state celebrates the vibrant maple industry, and local residents don’t have to go very far to enjoy […]
By DIANE VALDEN COPAKE—The residents of the Land of Rural Charm have much to celebrate as Copake turns 200 this year. Many star-spangled events are planned throughout the coming months […]
By NANCY JANE KERN I HAVE SEEN A FEW PEOPLE out on thinning lake ice in our warmer weather this winter and I think they are crazy to take such […]
By DIANE VALDEN HUDSON—Family and friends held a vigil and balloon release for Halo R. Branton the afternoon of March 11 at the Hudson Riverfront Park. The wind was howling […]
By LORNA CHEROT LITTLEWAY THE FRIENDS OF CHATHAM LIBRARY sponsored an educational program, “Wild World of Animals,” presented by Two By Two Animal Haven at Chatham Middle School, Wednesday, February […]
By DIANE VALDEN COPAKE—Columbia Memorial Health issued a press release today (March 21) saying it has met the fundraising goal necessary for reopening the Copake Rapid Care Center. The center […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media GREENVILLE — The board of education decided at its March 11 meeting to wait for final numbers on health insurance before making any […]
By Marlene McTigue For Capital Region Independent Media So, what are your kids up to after school on any given weeknight? Watching TV, playing video games? Here in the town […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media GREENVILLE — A St. Patrick’s Day parade has been held in Greenville every year for the past 50 years, and the tradition remains […]
On March 8, Unbridled Sanctuary commemorated a life that nearly vanished into the shadows of neglect. Miss Libby, a valiant New York-bred Thoroughbred mare, embraced her 15th year under a […]
By Marlene McTigue Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — Ravena village elections are taking place today, March 19, from noon to 9 p.m. Only two candidates will be on the […]
By DOUG LAROCQUE NEW LEBANON–Assessor Kimberly Smith has completed a town-wide reassessment, which means some changes. There are many factors that come into play as to the bottom line on […]
By JEANETTE WOLFBERG HUDSON–The Hudson Housing Authority (HHA) and its redevelopment partner continue preparing their plan to erect new housing, while maintaining existing housing as long as people live there, […]
By Marlene McTigue For Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — The village board will bid farewell to one of its board members come April. Village Trustee Joe Ganley has opted […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media EAST DURHAM — There was plenty of green to be seen in East Durham on Sunday as the community turned out in droves […]
By DEBORAH E. LANS GHENT–February brought another report about the housing crisis in the state, this time from State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli, amid continuing efforts locally to mitigate the […]
By EMILIA TEASDALE GHENT—The four villages in the county will hold elections on Tuesday, March 19. In three of the villages there are only trustee openings and Chatham, Valatie and […]
Editor’s note: A charge is not a conviction. All persons listed are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Charges can be amended or dismissed. STATE POLICE
By NANCY JANE KERN OUR FIRST SPRING AMPHIBIAN to come to mind is the “peeper,” but it is not necessarily the first to present itself to us, and this other […]
By JEANETTE WOLFBERG HUDSON–The Columbia County Department of Human Services (DHS) received a go-ahead to continue its measures related to telepsychiatry and opioid abatement funds, from the county Board of […]
By Marlene McTigue For Capital Region Independent Media Around 50 members of the Ravena Coeymans Selkirk Community Business Association (RCS CBA) and their guests gathered last Thursday at Patrick Henry’s […]
By Pat Larsen For Capital Region Independent Media I love a good parade. There’s an enormous sense of community, respect, pride and warmth that is only similarly echoed at a […]
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: I will be 64 in March and currently receive Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) payments. My full retirement age is […]
By Bill Schmick For Capital Region Independent Media In today’s tight job market, many companies are dropping the required college degree. Time was that if you wanted to get ahead, […]
Dr. William Holland For Capital Region Independent Media How often do you hear it’s not what happens to us, but how we respond? We know we will face trials in […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media Enemies. We all have them. Some people are your enemy, and you don’t even know it. They may have been motivated by […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media Having grown up in the middle years of the last century, I was introduced to a couple of phrases or mottos that […]
News Herald – March 7, 1924 – F.E. Bleezarde, Publisher Coeymans: Ravena: Coeymans Herald – March 6, 1889 – S.H. & E.J. Sherman, Proprietors
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — As part of the budget development process, RCS is looking at the needs and challenges of the district moving forward. District […]
David A. Jennings, of Greenville, passed away on Tuesday, Feb. 27, 2024, at the age of 72. David was born on Dec. 5, 1951, and was a son of the […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media GREENVILLE — Many rural school districts in New York state are expected to see a decline in foundation aid if Gov. Kathy Hochul’s […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — When hard times hit, oftentimes it is the support of family and sometimes total strangers that can make the intolerable, tolerable. […]
By DIANE VALDEN CLAVERACK—State Police in conjunction with the Columbia County Child Advocacy Center arrested Gregory Brusso, 66, of Claverack for predatory sexual assault against a child, a class A-II […]
AS OBJECTIVE AND INDEPENDENT news writers and editors, we have an imperative to cover the issues most important to the people of Columbia County. Every day, our team is on […]
STOCKPORT—The American Legion Post 184 held a party on March 2 for post member and veteran Esther Maria Nazario who turned 100 years old that day.Ms. Nazario was born March […]
By LORNA CHEROT LITTLEWAY THE MARTIN VAN BUREN National Historic Site and the Columbia County Libraries Association sponsored a talk, “Finding Julia: Centering Black Women in Antebellum History,” at the […]
By EMILIA TEASDALE CHATHAM–Chatham School Superintendent Sal DeAngelo is retiring effective July 1. The board met in January to begin discussing the search for a new superintendent and at a […]
By NANCY JANE KERN IT IS A THRILL watching the nimble aerial acrobatics of several football-sized owls. Short-eared owls migrate down from the north for the winter. We think of […]
Last in a series By DEBORAH E. LANS GHENT–As Bard’s M. Elias Dueker points out, the best thing we can do about the safety of our drinking water is to […]
SPENCERTOWN–The Spencertown Fire Company (SFC) has announced that they have officially adopted Spencer the beaver as their mascot. Spencer was created by Chatham High School (CHS) senior Alexis Meyers and […]
By Susan Kayne For Capital Region Independent Media As the buds of spring begin to unfold, marking a season of renewal and new beginnings, so too does a remarkable celebration […]
Food delivered to those who need it Barrett supports Rescuing EMS Campaign ALBANY—Assemblymember Didi Barrett (D-106th) stood with the New York Association of Counties (NYSAC) and legislative colleagues in support […]
Editor’s note: A charge is not a conviction. All persons listed are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Charges can be amended or dismissed. STATE POLICE
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — A watershed time period in American history directly led to the construction of one of Coeymans’ major landmarks. Riverview Missionary Baptist […]
By Marlene McTigue Capital Region Independent Media ALBANY — Members of Capital Region Independent Media’s leadership team traveled to the state Capitol on Feb. 27 to join with other industry […]
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: I am collecting full Social Security benefits at age 72 and also working full-time. Why is the federal government still […]
By Dr. William Holland For Capital Region Independent Media Since you were conceived God has wanted your attention. He has never neglected or ignored you. If you were to write […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media Starting all over again often feels like carrying the weight of an ending. It’s challenging to move forward when your thoughts are […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media I’m starting to like routines. Routines are comfortable — doing the same things in the same order means that all is well […]
News Herald –February 29, 1924 – F.E. Bleezarde, Publisher Coeymans: Ravena: Coeymans Herald –February 27, 1889 – S.H. & E.J. Sherman, Proprietors
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media GREENVILLE — It’s deep into budget season right now, and the board of education has instructed the school district to try to whittle […]
Competitors help to feed the hungry 18 years running By Marlene McTigue Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — The 18th annual J-Park Ice Bowl went off without a hitch as […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media CAIRO — Cairo resident Mary Finneran is looking to unseat three-term Assemblyman Chris Tague, who announced his bid for re-election in January. Mary […]
By DIANE VALDEN ANCRAM—Ancram is the only town in Columbia County to be awarded a piece of the $3 million pie earmarked to address the negative effects of invasive species. […]
By DOUG LAROCQUE NEW LEBANON–During the January meeting of the New Lebanon Town Board, summer camp rates were discussed as well as the provision that children and grandchildren of town […]
By JEANETTE WOLFBERG HUDSON–At its February 14 meeting, the Columbia County Board of Supervisors authorized extending its contracts with bus companies to provide public transportation and purchasing a new bus. […]
By JEANETTE WOLFBERG The Columbia County Board of Supervisors gave support to several ongoing programs and services at its meeting February 14. Board Chairman Matt Murell (Stockport) read a proclamation […]
HUDSON–Jolene Race has assumed the position of Executive Director of the Columbia County Recovery Kitchen. She formerly served as director of the Columbia County Solid Waste Department where she oversaw […]
By LORNA CHEROT LITTLEWAY THE IRVINGTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY in Westchester County presented a talk, “Correcting The Foundational Years of Slavery in New Netherland/New York,” via Zoom on Sunday, February 11. […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — The Ravena Rescue Squad recently bid a fond farewell to Chief Brian Dunican, who retired from the position after six years […]
By Susan Kayne For Capital Region Independent Media Amid the fields of Unbridled Sanctuary, a young life of one year frolics freely with her friends. She is a leggy filly […]
Editor’s note: A charge is not a conviction. All persons listed are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Charges can be amended or dismissed. STATE POLICE
By DIANE VALDEN ANCRAM—She was the guardian of town history for nearly three decades. Clara Van Tassel, 85, retired from her post as town historian as of the first of […]
By Mary Lou Nahas For Capital Region Independent Media In the last couple of weeks three people have asked me about where they could find information on the Oak Hill […]
By Marlene McTigue Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — In every small town across America, in home offices, at kitchen tables, in basements, in garages and in old barns, human […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COXSACKIE — There are declining numbers of young people going into the building trades, but the local BOCES program and Greenville-based GNH Lumber […]
By Pat Larsen For Capital Region Independent Media THAT was just the teaser. Honestly, the question on the minds of mostly everyone is, “How do we… sleep like a baby […]
By Bill Schmick For Capital Region Independent Media Editor’s Note: NYVT Media is pleased to offer a new column, “The Retired Investor” by financial columnist Bill Schmick. We hope you […]
By Dr. William Holland For Capital Region Independent Media I want to begin today by saying how much I appreciate you for being a faithful reader of this newspaper and […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media My mom always said to me, “Toby, just forgive and forget.” I always thought, “Of course, just forgive and forget.” But when […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media In spite of my advancing age, there are still those rare moments when things snap into focus. It’s at these times that […]
News Herald – February 22, 1924 – F.E. Bleezarde, Publisher Coeymans: Ravena: Coeymans Herald – February 20, 1889 – S.H. & E.J. Sherman, Proprietors
By NANCY JANE KERN HAVE YOU EVER CONSIDERED the style or history of a forest? In the Adirondack Mountains of NY State, there are forest areas where nature has been […]
By DAVID LEE GREENPORT–Conrad and Claudia Vispo founded the Hawthorne Valley Farmscape Ecology Program in 2003 as a research and outreach program.The Vispos have led a series of walks in […]
RAVENA – Susan B. Carhart, 93, passed away peacefully on Monday, Feb. 19, 2024. Born in Ravena on April 10, 1930, she was a daughter of the late Lloyd and […]
By Susan Kayne For Capital Region Independent Media In the tapestry of life at Unbridled Sanctuary, every thread tells a story of resilience, hope and the transformative power of compassion. […]
By DIANE VALDEN STOCKPORT—Columbia 911 dispatched the Stockport Fire Department and the Greenport Rescue Squad for a reported structure fire at 1094 Route 9, Tuesday, February 20 at 1:39 p.m. […]
By JEANETTE WOLFBERG HUDSON–At the Hudson Housing Authority (HHA) Board of Commissioners meeting February 12, residents of HHA buildings called for improving and maintaining their current apartments, and HHA’s redevelopment […]
By Marlene McTigue For Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — Last Monday evening, at the Ravena Village Hall every member of the Town of Coeymans Board and the Village of […]
Editor’s note: A charge is not a conviction. All persons listed are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Charges can be amended or dismissed. STATE POLICE
By DOUG LAROCQUE NEW LEBANON–The previous New Lebanon Town Board agreed to change the position of Town Supervisor from part-time to full-time. That has gone unchallenged until the board’s February […]
By EMILIA TEASDALE KINDERHOOK—The Ichabod Crane Board of Education discussed the electric school bus mandate at the board’s regular meeting February 6. The board also heard the third budget presentation […]
By MELANIE LEKOCEVIC Capital Region Independent Media GHENT–There are scores of individuals, businesses and community groups that are making our communities a better place, and Capital Region Independent Media wants […]
By LORNA CHEROT LITTLEWAY CLERMONT–The Clermont Historic Site hosted a “Black History Story Hour” at its Visitors Center on Saturday, February 3 at 1 p.m. Jane Miller, a Clermont volunteer […]
By NANCY JANE KERN IT IS VALENTINE’S DAY THIS WEEK, and the signs are here with daylight hours lengthening and bird songs beginning to change as they “tune up” for […]
By Pat Larsen For Capital Region Independent Media There’s a very compelling silence evident within the days and nights of winter’s presence. Without even leaving your home, you can feel […]
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: I have a question regarding my SS benefits. I turned 68 this month and work part-time. I earned $28,000 last […]
By Dr. William Holland For Capital Region Independent Media Our regular readers know this column is about the Christian life, but you certainly do not need to be a Christian […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media I’ve always been a cheerleader for chasing dreams, but sometimes, I miss a crucial piece of the puzzle. It’s not just about […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media The process of aging fascinates me. Everything in nature goes through the transition from young to old. It’s been going on for […]
News Herald – February 15, 1924 – F.E. Bleezarde, Publisher Coeymans: Ravena: Coeymans Herald –February 13, 1889 – S.H. & E.J. Sherman, Proprietors
Bonnie Jean Kearney, “Bon Bon,” born on June 25, 1956, in Catskill, passed away peacefully at her residence on Tuesday, Feb. 20, 2024. Raised in Preston Hollow and a graduate […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — The town council will take another look at which newspaper should be the town’s official paper of record. The newspaper that […]
By PETER FLIERL NEW LEBANON–Peg Munves, co-chair of the New Lebanon Conservation Advisory Council (CAC), led a discussion and presentation on water well testing and contamination for residences in the […]
By DIANE VALDEN CLAVERACK—State Police from the Livingston barracks arrested Nicholas P. Beer, 48, of Claverack for second degree assault and third degree criminal possession of a weapon, both class […]
By EMILIA TEASDALE KINDERHOOK—The Village of Kinderhook Board voted 4 to 1 in favor of sending preliminary plans for the Albany Avenue Pedestrian and Bicycle Improvement project to the state […]
By Warren Dews Jr. Capital Region Independent Media Editor’s Note: We are pleased to bring our readers the second installment in an ongoing series about the weight loss journey of […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — RCS teacher Brandon Herwick was named Teacher of the Year by the New York State Association of Health, Physical Education, Recreation […]
By DIANE VALDEN COPAKE—If you got the strange feeling you were being watched as you went about your business in the Copake hamlet recently, you may have been right. If […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — RCS wrestler Jayden Acomb will advance to the state wrestling championships at the MVP Arena in Albany this weekend. Acomb, who […]
By Susan Kayne For Capital Region Independent Media In East Durham, amidst the scenic Catskill Mountains, Five Furlongs Tavern buzzed with anticipation. On Feb. 4, at 4 p.m., the tavern […]
Editor’s note: A charge is not a conviction. All persons listed are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Charges can be amended or dismissed. STATE POLICE
Part 5 By DEBORAH E. LANS GHENT–Every street and road drains water that works its way into ditches or through the ground and eventually into the water supply. When we […]
By DOUG LAROCQUE NEW LEBANON–According to Town Supervisor Tistrya Houghtling, New Lebanon is one of the first 20 municipalities around New York State to receive a pro-housing community designation. Simply […]
By Marlene McTigue Capital Region Independent Media The late, great PT Barnum once said, “Without promotion, something terrible happens… nothing!” That sentiment was at the core of the Ravena Coeymans […]
By Mary Lou Nahas For Capital Region Independent Media This week I was rereading one of my favorite local diaries from the 1930s: Jan. 20: Lots of snow about two […]
By Pat Larsen For Capital Region Independent Media I’m constantly looking for answers as to why there seems to be so many wonderful activities and programs out there for every […]
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: I appreciate your recent article dispelling the myth that politicians have stolen Social Security money. As a CPA, I dispel […]
By Dr. William Holland For Capital Region Independent Media A few weeks ago, we talked about a man named Achan and how his secret sin was not a secret to […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media Loss is a part of everyone’s life, as common as the air we breathe. It’s one of those things we all face […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media I have been schizophrenic for as long as I can remember. I think everybody is to a certain extent. I’m not talking […]
News Herald – February 8, 1924 – F.E. Bleezarde, Publisher Coeymans: Ravena: Coeymans Herald –February 6, 1889 – S.H. & E.J. Sherman, Proprietors
Nearly half of New York State’s weekly newspapers have closed, more than 3,000 newspapers have closed nationwide since 2005 NEW YORK – Today, a statewide group of local news organizations, […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — An unidentified individual was found deceased during an early morning fire Wednesday in the village. Albany County Sheriff Craig Apple Sr. […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media FREEHOLD — A Freehold man was arrested Wednesday in connection with an alleged armed burglary in Westerlo, according to state police. Joseph M. […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media GREENVILLE — It’s the end of an era. Peter Mahan, longtime principal of Scott Ellis Elementary School, has retired from the district after […]
By PARRY TEASDALE I’M WORRIED ABOUT CLIMATE CHANGE. I’m wondering how are we going to get most of us working together to get out of the messes we’re making with […]
By DAVID LEE COPAKE–Ancram Affordable Housing Committee held the first of what it hopes will be a series of conventions bringing together the expertise of diverse organizations to talk about […]
By LORNA CHEROT LITTLEWAY HUDSON–The Columbia County Libraries Association (CCLA) ushered in the New Year with a free museum pass program for county residents with a library account in good […]
Anthony Gatt, 87, died on Feb. 13, 2024, surrounded by loved ones. Born in Greece, he was the son of Andrew and Marie Gatt of Chania, Greece. Anthony loved his family […]
By Marlene McTigue Capital Region Independent Media If you decide to head over to the Greenville Central School District’s social channels, you’re in for a treat. The district’s clever and […]
Sarah Franchini, of Ravena, was named to the fall 2023 dean’s list at Wofford College. Dylan Duvall, a member of the Class of 2027 from Delmar, was named to the [...]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The Indians took second place in the Section 2 Class CC wrestling tournament held in Glens Falls last weekend. RCS scored […]
By NANCY JANE KERN A FEW OF MY “YOUNGSTERS” insist on giving me something for Christmas, so over the years I have told them I would like an amaryllis bulb. […]
CRARYVILLE—People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) offers a reward of up to $5,000 for information that leads to the arrest and conviction on cruelty charges of the person(s) […]
By JEANETTE WOLFBERG HUDSON–At a hearing in Hudson January 24, Columbia County officials presented plans for the recently bought building at 11 Warren Street while other officials and residents raised […]
COEYMANS — The next program of the Ravena Coeymans Historical Society, scheduled for Feb. 11, at 2 p.m., will feature retired co-pastors of the Riverview Missionary Baptist Church, the Rev. […]
By Susan Kayne For Capital Region Independent Media Once upon a time, for real, in the world of horse racing, there was a valiant and spirited Thoroughbred named Steve’s Adventures. […]
Editor’s note: A charge is not a conviction. All persons listed are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Charges can be amended or dismissed.
By DIANE VALDEN COPAKE—The legal fight isn’t over, but score this round to the Land of Rural Charm: Hecate Energy’s Shepherd’s Run Solar Project application has been rejected. Hecate says […]
The backpack program at Scott M. Ellis Elementary School is run by the Regional Food Bank of Northeastern New York and helps alleviate child hunger by discreetly providing children in […]
By Marlene McTigue Capital Region Independent Media What happens when you get three ex-presidents of the RCS Community Library’s Board of Trustees in a room together? Big ideas are hatched. […]
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: I’m 63 years old and have not yet started my Social Security. I now work for the State of Illinois […]
By Dr. William Holland For Capital Region Independent Media We talked about taking a stand for Christ last week, but being a Christian is also a walk which in the […]
By Pat Larsen For Capital Region Independent Media My mind is on one metaphorical track at the moment. Obviously yours is too because you’re curious enough to just keep reading. […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media I was recently reading Norman Vincent Peale’s renowned book, ‘”The Power of Positive Thinking.” In it, a chapter titled “I Don’t Believe […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media Like an old beagle on his daily route around the neighborhood, I have my daily routine to follow. One of my daily […]
News Herald – February 1, 1924 – F. E. Bleezarde, Publisher Coeymans: Ravena: Coeymans Herald – January 30, 1889 – S.H. & E.J. Sherman, Proprietors
By DEBORAH E. LANS GHENT–“Crushing,” “draconian,” “devastating” and “inequitable” are among the terms that local school superintendents and others use to describe the cuts to public schools funding proposed by […]
By LORNA CHEROT LITTLEWAY COPAKE–The Copake Grange presented the Copake Quintet, who performed a two-set program of Jazz, Latin and bossa nova tunes as well as soft classic rock and […]
By DIANE VALDEN CRARYVILLE—A dog in distress was deserted by the side of Route 23 in the hamlet, the evening of Thursday, January 25. The Columbia-Greene Humane Society/SPCA (CGHS/SPCA) and […]
By PETER FLIERL AUSTERLITZ–Town Supervisor Robert Lagonia and Town Clerk Susan Haag run a tight ship at town meetings along with Deputy Town Supervisor Greg Vogler, and board members Christopher […]
By Morgan Lounsbury, Grade 9 For Capital Region Independent Media During the January long weekend, Greenville took 25 FFA members to Camp Oswegatchie for their annual Winter Weekend. This is […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — What a good dog! Make that “dogs.” The RCS school district’s three facility dogs last week passed their Canine Good Citizen […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — In the past week the RCS girls’ basketball team picked up one victory and dropped two games. The win was a […]
By Jeanette Wolfberg For Capital Region Independent Media The Columbia Greene Addiction Coalition (CGAC) is working with organizations and other stakeholders to support individuals and communities impacted by substance abuse, […]
By DOUG LAROCQUE NEW LEBANON–It was brought out at the January New Lebanon Town Board meeting that the Darrow School was in financial trouble and may well close at the […]
Part 4 By DEBORAH E. LANS GHENT–Those of a certain age will remember that in the movie “The Graduate,” Benjamin received the advice of an elder that the future was, […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media ALBANY — Longtime state Sen. Neil Breslin, D-46, announced his retirement last week after more than 25 years of service. The 46th state […]
By JEANETTE WOLFBERG HUDSON–High schools have been merging sports teams across districts, while for younger grades, the head of Columbia County’s Youth Bureau recommends reviving Pop Warner football. Combining teams […]
By Susan Kayne For Capital Region Independent Media In the sprawling landscapes of Texas, where the line between life and death for a horse can be as thin as a […]
Editor’s note: A charge is not a conviction. All persons listed are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Charges can be amended or dismissed.
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — New Town Supervisor Stephen Donnelly proposed reviving the Coeymans Conservation Advisory Council, which was disbanded when former supervisor George McHugh took […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The statewide all-girls wrestling invitational may only be in its second year, but RCS senior Alivia Ortiz has already made her […]
TROY — Local students named to the fall 2023 dean’s list at Hudson Valley Community College include: The dean’s list recognizes those full-time students and part-time students registered for at […]
By NANCY JANE KERN AUSTERLITZ WAS VERY COLD as I watched strong winds blowing powdery snow across the field. Many mini snow tornadoes whirled and twisted in a frenzied dance […]
By DIANE VALDEN HUDSON—Columbia County Sheriff’s Deputy William Newton arrested Duane Thompson, 29, of Copake in connection with the burglary of the Quick Mart/Green Street Deli at 67 Green Street, […]
By Pat Larsen For Capital Region Independent Media Having the distinct advantage of being able to bring music and movement programs to this community has truly inspired my weekly playlists based […]
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: My full retirement age (FRA) is 66 and 8 months, which I’ll reach in September 2024. I’m still working three […]
By Dr. William Holland For Capital Region Independent Media Many of us want to improve our lot in life. But simply wishing that our lives would change for the better […]
By Aaron Clause For Capital Region Independent Media In the heart of a neglectful situation, one resilient soul stood strong – Donny the donkey. Recently rescued with the assistance of […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media Remember when you were young? Anything and everything was possible. You were innocent, you had faith, you were able to believe in […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media As I slide down the slippery slope of “seniordumb,” I have noticed that as my physical activity level gradually decreases, my powers […]
News Herald – January 25, 1924 – F.E. Bleezarde, Publisher Coeymans: Ravena: Coeymans Herald – January 25, 1889 – S.H. & E.J. Sherman, Proprietors
EAST DURHAM – Unbridled Sanctuary announced its highly anticipated fine art photography exhibition, “The Horses of Unbridled,” debuting at Five Furlongs Tavern in East Durham. The exhibition will run from […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The Indians wrestlers are now the Colonial Council champions for this season. The team clinched the championship after defeating Ichabod Crane […]
By Susan Kayne For Capital Region Independent Media In the serene embrace of dawn at Unbridled Sanctuary, a day of profound reflection unfolds. It’s Jan. 15, 2024, a day etched […]
Ryan Skinner, of Cairo and assigned to the 222nd Military Police Company of the New York Army National Guard, received a promotion to the rank of 1st lieutenant. Payton Benjamin [...]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — Roger Wilber of the Ravena Coeymans Historical Society may be known locally for his historical research and restoration know-how, but he […]
By JEANETTE WOLFBERG HUDSON–The Hudson Housing Authority (HHA) and Mountco Construction and Development Corporation have sent a concept paper to the NY State Division of Housing and Community Renewal (HCR) […]
By DIANE VALDEN ANCRAM—Columbia Memorial Health’s Copake Rapid Care Center at 283 Mountain View Road remains closed and is still seeking public monetary support to get the center up and […]
Part 3 By DEBORAH E. LANS GHENT–It is a word salad: PFOA, PFOS, “Gen X chemicals,” persistent, bioaccumulative, forever chemicals, emerging contaminants, regrettable substitutions. These are some of the terms […]
TROY — The following local students were named to the fall 2023 dean’s list at Hudson Valley Community College:
Editor’s note: A charge is not a conviction. All persons listed are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Charges can be amended or dismissed. STATE POLICE
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — A man claimed he was robbed at gunpoint after responding to a dating app. Coeymans Police received a report Jan. 24 […]
By DOUG LAROCQUE NEW LEBANON–The Town Board meetings usually begin with the first of two public comment sessions, and at the January meeting, there were a lot of comments made. […]
By LORNA CHEROT LITTLEWAY WINTER, A SEASON ASSOCIATED with respiratory ailments, will soon be here. For those interested in alternative remedies from over the counter medications, the Hudson Area Library […]
The 2024 Catskills Fire Tower Challenge has begun. All you need to do is visit the six DEC fire towers located in the Catskill Park, and email the log or […]
By NANCY JANE KERN DURING THE FIRST SNOWSTORM of our new year, the eagles were hiding and only crows and ravens briefly came to feed on the deer carcass in […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — Construction of more than 20 miles of cables in the local area for the Champlain Hudson Power Express Project is getting […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — RCS wrestlers Kaden Potter and Jayden Acomb took first and second place in their respective weight classes at the Schenectady Wrestling […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media GREENVILLE — The Greenville school district is considering adding football to the Athletic Department’s offerings. The district has never had a football team […]
By Pat Larsen For Capital Region Independent Media I believe we, who are among the “busy bees” on a daily basis, do long for those quieter days, in truth. I […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media Early one bright morning, Ludavine, a spirited bloodhound, was let out into the expansive yard for her daily exploration. The property, a […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media I found myself with a few spare moments the other day. Telly was dozing on the living room rug, the bird feeders […]
News Herald – January 18, 1924 – F.E. Bleezarde, Publisher Coeymans: Miss Louise Bodden gave a very interesting talk on the life and works of Walter Scott, and Mrs. Harry […]
By DIANE VALDEN HUDSON—Hudson Police Department Senior Sergeant Christopher Filli died after suffering a medical emergency while on duty Friday, January 12. He was 50 years old. In a January […]
By DOUG LAROCQUE NEW LEBANON – When the new town board gathered on January 2 for their yearly organizational meeting, the typical appointments and yearly resolutions took backstage to a […]
EAST DURHAM – Unbridled Sanctuary announced its highly anticipated fine art photography exhibition, “The Horses of Unbridled,” debuting at Five Furlongs Tavern in East Durham. The exhibition will run from […]
RAVENA – Deborah “Debbie” Griffith passed away peacefully on Monday, Jan. 22, 2024. Debbie was born on March 2, 1969, in Albany, to Nancy Griffith and the late Robert Griffith. […]
By JEANETTE WOLFBERG HUDSON – The Columbia Greene Addiction Coalition (CGAC) is working with organizations and other stakeholders to support individuals and communities impacted by substance abuse, CGAC’s Executive Director […]
By PETER FLIERL CANAAN – Supervisor Brenda Adams and the Canaan Town Board launched 2024 with a perfunctory moment of silence and the Pledge of Allegiance followed by approval of […]
By Doug LaRocque Capital Region Independent Media GREENVILLE — A 32-year-old woman is in stable condition at Albany Medical Center at press time after being shot in the pelvis Sunday […]
By LORNA CHEROT LITTLEWAY HUDSON–Columbia County observed Martin Luther King Jr. Day with two events held at Hudson venues, Shiloh Baptist Church and the Lifeforms Arts Center, January 14 and […]
By DIANE VALDEN ANCRAM—The Town Board wrapped up the old year by reiterating its position against “any expression of hate, intolerance, prejudice, or discrimination toward any individual or group. This […]
By PARRY TEASDALE APRIL 15, 1967, THE SKY was gray outside. I was getting ready to leave. My father came into the kitchen. He was frowning. He said the National […]
By JEANETTE WOLFBERG HUDSON – Outgoing Columbia County supervisors and employees received thanks for their service at the county Board of Supervisors full board year end meeting December 27, 2023. […]
EDITOR’S NOTE: The wrestling team is bidding farewell to 12 seniors this year. Here are images of all the graduating wrestlers. Congratulations to all! Special thanks to photographer Gina Pelletier […]
By Susan Kayne For Capital Region Independent Media In the quaint Greene County town of East Durham, a fine art photography exhibit is unfolding that speaks volumes about the majestic […]
Editor’s note: A charge is not a conviction. All persons listed are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Charges can be amended or dismissed. STATE POLICE
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Basil Seggos reminded anglers to be safe when venturing onto the ice this season, especially given recent variations in weather conditions. Outdoor […]
By ROBERT and JOHANNA TITUS We know, we know, we have heard you. You hate shopping at the malls, and you refuse to shop online. The two of us are […]
HUDSON — The Hudson City School District has announced the completion of two mural projects, one at Hudson Junior High School and the other at Hudson Senior High School. Led […]
By DIANE VALDEN CLAVERACK—The Columbia-Greene Humane Society/SPCA aided State Police with the arrest and seizure of three equines. On December 4, one donkey, one horse and one mini horse were […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — The new Coeymans Town Council held its first regular meeting Jan. 11 and sparred over the Code Red system and bringing […]
By Mary Lou Nahas For Capital Region Independent Media If you follow this column, you know I look for information that tells me more about the past in Oak Hill […]
By Pat Larsen For Capital Region Independent Media We love our fur babies with a fury that our own kids wished we had for them. My kids have even wondered, […]
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: I am 69 years old and my wife turned 70 early last year. I am still working full-time. My wife […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media Lately, I have been trying to read more. I bought a book I have been told to read many times, but I […]
By Dr. William Holland For Capital Region Independent Media The sin of Achan found in Joshua 6:17-19 is a powerful example of how one person committing evil in private can […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media Last weekend, during a quiet time, I found myself with a few minutes to enjoy my favorite form of exercise. It involves […]
News Herald – January 11, 1924 – F. E. Bleezarde, Publisher Coeymans: Ravena: Coeymans Herald – January 11, 1889 – S.H. & E.J. Sherman, Proprietors
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS HOLLOW — Firefighters from fire companies across the area bid a final farewell to a local hero on Sunday, Past Assistant Chief […]
Unpredictable winter weather and recent storms in backcountry areas are creating variable conditions, New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Basil Seggos announced last week. Visitors should be […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The RCS Indians’ wrestling team took ninth place in the annual Jamie Mormile Invitational Tournament on their home mat. Senior Kaden […]
By Aurora Anderson, 11th Grade For Capital Region Independent Media Editor’s Note: The Greenville Pioneer is pleased to present news articles written by Greenville High School students in teacher Chris […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — The village is continuing to compile data on lead water services lines running from the village’s water supply into local homes. […]
By JEANETTE WOLFBERG HUDSON – The Columbia County Board of Supervisors appointed officials for the year, Chairman Matt Murell (Stockport) reported the State of the County, and local officials – […]
By EMILIA TEASDALE VALATIE–The Kinderhook Town Board is moving forward with the Water Infrastructure Improvement Project after awarding the contract for the work at the board’s December meeting. According to […]
Part 2 By DEBORAH E. LANS GHENT–For a long time, scientists have known that there is no safe level of lead that humans can ingest. The use of lead in […]
HUDSON—The Hudson Police Department issued the following press release, today, January 13: It is with deep sorrow and heavy hearts that the City of Hudson Police Department announces the untimely […]
By DIANE VALDEN COPAKE—The in-person and virtual public hearings that were slated to take place this week on Hecate Energy’s contentious mega solar project called Shepherd’s Run, have been postponed […]
David Kolb was sworn in as the Town of Kinderhook’s new Town Justice on January 1 at the Martin H. Glynn Municipal Building in Valatie. Pictured are Justice Kolb (l) [...]
By ROBERT and JOHANNA TITUS IT’S JUST PAST THE PEAK OF GIFT BUYING and time for doing some fact finding about all that shopping. A very good place for you […]
Editor’s note: A charge is not a conviction. All persons listed are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Charges can be amended or dismissed. STATE POLICE
By LORNA CHEROT LITTLEWAY THE CRANDELL THEATRE SPONSORED a showing of “High Noon,” the 1952 multi-Oscar nominated western, on December 9. The screenplay for the movie, starring Gary Cooper as […]
By Warren Dews Jr. Capital Region Independent Media Editor’s Note: We are pleased to bring our readers a series about the weight loss journey of Warren Dews Jr. He is […]
HUDSON — The Columbia-Greene Humane Society/SPCA will be hosting two canine influenza vaccine clinics in January and February. To properly vaccinate dogs against canine influenza, dogs require two vaccinations two […]
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: I have a very good friend who has cancer and will begin chemotherapy this week. He is 71 years old […]
By Dr. William Holland For Capital Region Independent Media Most of us have heard the 1969 song, “More Today Than Yesterday” by the band Spiral Staircase. The chorus says, “I […]
By Toby Moore Capital Region Independent Media Have you ever had one of those days where life seems to be plotting a comedy at your expense? Each step you take […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media It’s that time of the year again, resolution time. A whole brand-new year ahead of us and we get stuck with homework! […]
News Herald – January 4, 1924 – F.E. Bleezarde, Publisher Coeymans: Ravena: Coeymans Herald – January 4, 1889 – S.H. & E.J. Sherman, Proprietors
By DIANE VALDEN CLAVERACK—An Orange County man was killed in a two-vehicle accident on Route 66 near the Fish and Game Road intersection, December 29 at 10:05 a.m. Columbia 911 […]
By PETER FLIERL NEW LEBANON – Frank Marshall, CASAC-2, represented Columbia County Pathways to Recovery at the First Annual Health & Wellness Fair held at the Fire House in New […]
By Michael Bennett For Capital Region Independent Media With winter weather on its way, I thought it would be advantageous to explain how delay and cancellation decisions are made here […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The RCS school district has chosen a new name and mascot, and now they’ve got a new logo, too. And it […]
By DAVID LEE CHATHAM – Joyce Goldstein was the proprietor of the Goldstein Gallery in the Village of Chatham since 2005. Her death on September 23 leaves an empty space […]
RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — Juliana Fahey was named Artist of the Month at RCS High School for November. Artist of the Month is an RCS High School program that acknowledges an art […]
By NANCY JANE KERN ONE OF MY BIRD-LOVING FRIENDS understands things to help us as we age and sent me a wonderful present via Amazon: a heated mattress pad. This […]
Introduction to a series By DEBORAH E. LANS GHENT – Leonardo da Vinci knew; he said, “Water is the driving force of all nature.” Likewise, in 2002 the United Nations […]
By JEANETTE WOLFBERG HUDSON – The Columbia County Board of Supervisors adopted the county’s budget for 2024 at its full board meeting December 13. The budget appropriates $172.4 million to […]
By DIANE VALDEN COPAKE—In a significant turn of events, 60 acres of farmland that was supposed to be part of Hecate Energy’s controversial Shepherd’s Run Solar project has been sold […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — The town council saw a major political shift on New Year’s Day when three new officials took their oaths of office. […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media ALBANY — Winter has been relatively mild so far, but that is expected to change this weekend. A winter storm watch is in […]
By Susan Kayne For Capital Region Independent Media In the lush expanse of a nearby farm homestead, Hoss and Little Joe, two resilient Haflingers, graze contentedly in a place they […]
Editor’s note: A charge is not a conviction. All persons listed are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Charges can be amended or dismissed. STATE POLICE
News Herald – December 28, 1923 – F.E. Bleezarde, Publisher Coeymans: Ravena: Coeymans Herald – December 26, 1888 – S.H. & E.J. Sherman, Proprietors
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media GREENVILLE — Former town councilman John Bensen was sworn in as Greenville’s new town supervisor at the annual reorganizational meeting Tuesday. Bensen was […]
By Pat Larsen For Capital Region Independent Media Juggling was originally a circus act first popularized in the courts of royalty in 1781 B.C., as is evidenced by a series […]
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: Both my wife and I have worked our entire lives. When we retire, will we both be entitled to full […]
By Dr. William Holland For Capital Region Independent Media Late one stormy London night in 1763, a man filled with despair was determined to end his life. He hired a […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media We all possess many talents and gifts that vary from one person to another. While some gifts blossom early and visibly, others […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media Already a new year is here, seems like just yesterday we were saying goodbye to 2022. I remember as a small child […]
DURHAM – Dorothy S. Wood, 74, died suddenly Christmas morning, Monday, Dec. 25, 2023. Dot was born on April 5, 1949, in Hamilton Field, California, to MSgt. Oliver J. Sarnes, […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The Indians hosted a tournament prior to the winter break for the varsity girls wrestling team and junior varsity boys. The […]
Editor’s note: A charge is not a conviction. All persons listed are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Charges can be amended or dismissed. STATE POLICE
By DAVID LEE HUDSON – On Saturday, December 16 there was a Kwanzaa Umoja Community Celebration in Hudson, a co-production of Hudson Hall and Operation Unite, NY. Umoja is a […]
By NANCY JANE KERN DECEMBER 16, 2023, BEGAN the 124th National Audubon Society Christmas Bird Count (CBC) season which continues through January 5, 2024. I called it a half CBC […]
EDITOR’S NOTE: The Greenville Pioneer is counting down the top 5 local stories of 2023. We looked at the top stories of the year, those that drew the highest number […]
EDITOR’S NOTE: The Columbia Paper is counting down the top 5 local stories of 2023. We looked at the top stories of the year, those that drew the highest number […]
EDITOR’S NOTE: The Ravena News-Herald is counting down the top 5 local stories of 2023. We looked at the top stories of the year, those that drew the highest number […]
EDITOR’S NOTE: The Ravena News-Herald is counting down the top 5 local stories of 2023. We looked at the top stories of the year, those that drew the highest number […]
EDITOR’S NOTE: The Columbia Paper is counting down the top 5 local stories of 2023. We looked at the top stories of the year, those that drew the highest number […]
EDITOR’S NOTE: The Greenville Pioneer is counting down the top 5 local stories of 2023. We looked at the top stories of the year, those that drew the highest number […]
EDITOR’S NOTE: The Columbia Paper is counting down the top 5 local stories of 2023. We looked at the top stories of the year, those that drew the highest number […]
EDITOR’S NOTE: The Greenville Pioneer is counting down the top 5 local stories of 2023. We looked at the top stories of the year, those that drew the highest number […]
EDITOR’S NOTE: The Ravena News-Herald is counting down the top 5 local stories of 2023. We looked at the top stories of the year, those that drew the highest number […]
By PARRY TEASDALE PAUL CZAJKA, who served this county as district attorney and county judge for many years, was honored by colleagues and friends last week. (See Diane Valden’s story […]
The New Lebanon senior band and the grades 7-12 mixed choir perform at the school's annual Winter Concert the evening of December 12. Valene Synakowski (pictured center) leads the choir [...]
EDITOR’S NOTE: The Columbia Paper is counting down the top 5 local stories of 2023. We looked at the top stories of the year, those that drew the highest number […]
EDITOR’S NOTE: The Greenville Pioneer is counting down the top 5 local stories of 2023. We looked at the top stories of the year, those that drew the highest number […]
EDITOR’S NOTE: The Ravena News-Herald is counting down the top 5 local stories of 2023. We looked at the top stories of the year, those that drew the highest number […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — The state Department of Environmental Conservation is now the lead agency on the review process for the offshore wind power project […]
EDITOR’S NOTE: The Greenville Pioneer is counting down the top 5 local stories of 2023. We looked at the top stories of the year, those that drew the highest number […]
EDITOR’S NOTE: The Columbia Paper is counting down the top 5 local stories of 2023. We looked at the top stories of the year, those that drew the highest number […]
EDITOR’S NOTE: The Ravena News-Herald is counting down the top 5 local stories of 2023. We looked at the top stories of the year, those that drew the highest number […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — An exhibit on display at the RCS Community Library pairs two unexpected elements — art and nature. Workshops held at the […]
August David “Dave” Guilzon passed away on Tuesday, Dec. 12, at his residence. He was 81 years old. He was born in Albany, NY, on Aug. 18, 1942, to the […]
By DIANE VALDEN CANAAN—Columbia County 911 dispatched Canaan and Red Rock firefighters along with Chatham Rescue to a tractor trailer rollover accident with injuries at milepost 21.4 of the eastbound […]
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: I turned 65 earlier this year and I still work full-time. I was divorced four years ago after 38 years […]
By Dr. William Holland For Capital Region Independent Media Have you considered that worry and anxiety is an issue we can control? Many within the medical world agree that stress […]
By Toby Moore Capital Region Independent Media “Birds born in a cage think flying is an illness.” This metaphor encapsulates how our beginnings — our families, our environments — can […]
News Herald – December 14, 1923 – F.E. Bleezarde, Publisher Coeymans: Ravena: Coeymans Herald – December 12, 1888 – S.H. & E.J. Sherman, Proprietors
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — The town has filed an appeal of the state Supreme Court decision essentially ordering the planning/zoning board of appeals to approve […]
By DOUG LAROCQUE NEW LEBANON – The December 12 edition of the New Lebanon Town Board monthly meeting started about 90 minutes late, in deference to the Jr/Sr high school’s […]
By DEBORAH E LANS Part 2 GHENT – As Chris Brown, the Housing Development coordinator for the county, puts it: regulating short term rentals is probably necessary to address their […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — A new exhibit was unveiled celebrating the history of Riverview Missionary Baptist Church. The Ravena Coeymans Historical Society held its annual […]
By DIANE VALDEN COPAKE—Town Supervisor Jeanne Mettler presided over her last regular monthly Town Board meeting, December 14. At the end of the year, she will step down from the […]
ALBANY — Proposed offshore wind manufacturing facilities at the Capital Region’s major marine ports will bring an influx of jobs by the thousands while adding billions to the local economy, […]
By NANCY JANE KERN IT SEEMED LIKE A HUGE PART of our lives revolved around the woodpile. As a neighbor once remarked, he never knew anyone who worked harder than […]
ANCRAM – Reflecting its growth as a regional creative hub serving the Hudson Valley, Berkshires and Litchfield County, Ancram Opera House is taking on the new name of Ancram Center […]
By DAVID LEE HUDSON–The fourth candle of a tall menorah was lit on December 10 at 7th Street Park in Hudson by Rabbi Mendel Kremer (see front page). It was […]
SPENCERTOWN – The Spencertown Volunteer Fire Company (SFC) has announced that their Recruiting and Retention Committee (RRC) is working with Chatham High School’s Media Arts Class to develop a mascot. […]
By DIANE VALDEN HUDSON—A $2,500 cash reward is offered for a man who has been missing since Thursday, July 6. The latest bulletin on Robert J. Coons, 63, comes in […]
By Pat Larsen For Capital Region Independent Media You know who they are. You also know what I’m about to finally reveal openly about these incredibly devious little critters who […]
By DOUG LA ROCQUE GREENPORT – Climate change is in the news almost daily now in one form or another. From the federal government on down to local municipalities, it […]
By DEBORAH E. LANS Part 1 GHENT – To generate heat on a cold night this winter, start a conversation about short term rentals (STRs). Most everyone has an opinion […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — A public hearing for a proposed Carver Companies project drew so many people that the crowd spilled out into the street. […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS HOLLOW — With Christmas just a couple of weeks away, Santa Claus was able to take time out from his busy schedule […]
By DIANE VALDEN HUDSON—It was a ceremony befitting a man who has spent the past four decades serving the people of Columbia County. Former public defender, former county judge and […]
By NANCY JANE KERN THIS PAST SUMMER there were frequent power outages. No worry, it was warm, and the automatic generator was there. One night, the lights went out, several […]
By DAVID LEE KINDERHOOK – The annual observation of the birthday of the 8th President of the United States Martin Van Buren was conducted on Tuesday morning, December 5 in […]
By Maeve Lampman, 12th Grade For Capital Region Independent Media Editor’s Note: The Greenville Pioneer is pleased to present news articles written by Greenville High School students enrolled in teacher […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — If there’s one thing we know Santa likes — other than kids and elves, of course — it’s cookies. On Saturday, […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — Sixteen former RCS athletes and coaches were inducted into the school’s Athletic Hall of Fame on Saturday. The Athletic Hall of […]
By LORNA CHEROT LITTLEWAY IT WAS HOT BLUES on a chilly autumn night at the Spencertown Academy on Saturday, November 25. In partnership with the Capital Region Blues Network (CRBN), […]
By DIANE VALDEN KINDERHOOK—A Stockport woman was killed in a two-vehicle crash at the intersection of State Route 9H and County Route 25, December 4. Sheriff’s Office Investigator Thomas Merante […]
By PARRY TEASDALE KELLY YOUNG, ANOTHER of our long-term colleagues at The Columbia Paper, has decided to go her own way. Anyone who has seen this newspaper has probably seen […]
By EMILIA TEASDALE VALATIE—After the County Board of Elections completed a manual recount of the ballots for the Kinderhook Town Board, it was confirmed that Sally Naramore was the winner […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media CAIRO — When you think of the holidays, motorcycles may not be at the top of the list of images that pop into […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The Indians headed to Salem-Cambridge for a meet on Friday. Salem-Cambridge came out on top 51-21, but several Indians had victories. […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The Indians’ girls basketball team came up short against the LaSalle Cadets in their second loss of the season. The Indians […]
By DEBORAH E. LANS PHILMONT – This paper has followed the “progress” of the Woods housing proposal in Philmont since 2022 (stories ran on November 17, 2022 and April 27, […]
RAVENA — The Ravena Coeymans Historical Society will hold a holiday Open House on Sunday, Dec. 10, from 1-3:30 p.m. in its museum, located in the rear entrance of the Ravena […]
Editor’s note: A charge is not a conviction. All persons listed are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Charges can be amended or dismissed. STATE POLICE
By DOUG LA ROCQUE NEW LEBANON – As most municipalities know, there is grant money to be had from the federal and state governments as well as a few private […]
By NANCY JANE KERN THIS WEEKEND MY MIND WANDERED back to a warm 1950s youthful summer and the neighbor’s farm I often bicycled to with my friend Barb. It was […]
HUDSON – Hudson Senior High School Class of 2023 graduate Patrick Tompkins has established a positive impact at Olana State Historic Site since being employed by the New York State […]
Town Line Motorsports on Route 32 will host Pictures with Mr. & Mrs. Claus on Saturday, Dec. 16, from 1-3:30 p.m. In addition to meeting with the Jolly Ol’ Elf […]
ALBANY—The New York Department of State’s Division of Consumer Protection announces tips to help New Yorkers navigate the holiday shopping season. This week’s tips are meant to empower New Yorkers […]
By DAVID LEE HUDSON – As the holiday season is upon us, a themed village has magically appeared in the Seventh Street Park in Hudson consisting of eight small houses […]
By JEANETTE WOLFBERG HUDSON – The Hudson Housing Authority (HHA) and Mountco Construction and Development Corporation are working on a concept paper outlining their plans for redeveloping land in Hudson, […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The RCS school district is beginning the annual budgeting process for the 2024-25 school year. School Business Administrator Jesse Boehme outlined […]
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: My wife (born May 1962) and I (born April 1963) are retired and will soon be looking to start collecting […]
By Dr. William Holland For Capital Region Independent Media Recently, I spoke about a wonderful man who is a member of our church, and if you recall he just turned […]
By Guest Columnist Aaron Clause For Capital Region Independent Media ‘Tis the season of joy, gratitude and giving back. At the Columbia-Greene Humane Society facility, our hearts are overflowing with […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media For many of us, a never-ending stream of worries dominates our thoughts. These persistent fears disturb our peace of mind and impact […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media It’s almost here! I still get excited about Christmas, I wonder if this will be one of the years that I hear […]
News Herald – November 30, 1923 – F.E. Bleezarde, Publisher Coeymans: Ravena: Coeymans Herald – November 28, 1888 – S.H. & E.J. Sherman, Proprietors
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — A motorcycle powered by a lithium-ion battery caught on fire in the village Monday, according to the Ravena Fire Department. It […]
GREENVILLE – Richard E. Dedie, 72, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, Nov. 29, 2023. Richard was born in Rockville Centre on July 7, 1951, a son of the late Milton […]
GHENT – Columbia County Reds 14U Girls Fastpitch Softball undertook a major rehabilitation and transformation to the forgotten West Ghent ball field. The abandoned field was overgrown, had rotted benches, […]
By Mary Lou Nahas For Capital Region Independent Media Every time I write or talk as the Durham historian, I invite others to share their stories. For me, and I […]
RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — It was a busy weekend for RCS wrestlers. Indians wrestlers competed in two tournaments this weekend — the Bethlehem Round Robin and the LaSalle Ladies Round Robin. RCS […]
By Michael Bennett For Capital Region Independent Media One of the aspects of our school district that I truly enjoy is the opportunity for students to obtain real world experiences […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — The streets were lined Saturday night with hundreds of spectators looking to usher in the holiday season, Ravena-style. The annual Christmas […]
By DEBORAH E. LANS GHENT – In September a group of newspaper publishers from around the country, including Mark Vinciguerra, president and owner of Capital Region Independent Media, the owner […]
By Susan Kayne For Capital Region Independent Media Amid the peace and tranquility of Unbridled Sanctuary, nestled on the southern border of Albany County in the shadow of the Helderberg […]
By DIANE VALDEN COPAKE—For years Sal Cascino has proclaimed he is a farmer. He even convinced state Department of Agriculture and Markets officials that he is running an agricultural operation […]
Editor’s note: A charge is not a conviction. All persons listed are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Charges can be amended or dismissed. STATE POLICE
By NANCY JANE KERN THANKSGIVING DAY AND CHRISTMAS were the two days of the year when we all got together and shared a 1950s special meal. Everything was timed around […]
By DIANE VALDEN HUDSON—Hudson Police thought they had a possible attempted child kidnapping on their hands, but further investigation determined it was all a misunderstanding. Hudson Police Department (HPD) received […]
By DAVID LEE BOSTON CORNERS – Mike Burch of Boston Corners has been testing his strength by lifting weights since he was six years old. That was back in 1956. […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — The dog park at Mosher Park continues to have problems with residents not adhering to the rules that have been put […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The school district’s switch from the Indians to the Ravens is beginning its final phase. The district’s team name and mascot […]
By Pat Larsen For Capital Region Independent Media It’s not just the peace and quiet that I look forward to at home while my “hunter-gatherer” is engaged in early scouting […]
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: I was married to my ex-husband for 30 years. For 14 of those years, I was an unemployed mom and […]
By Dr. William Holland For Capital Region Independent Media Growing older is not an excuse to stop advancing in our faith and our prayers. Confess that you have energy and […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media Speaker and author Earl Nightingale said, “You become what you think about.” I’ve struggled with this concept for many years. Over and […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media It’s now the heart of the holiday season and the three spirits written about so well by Charles Dickens make their yearly […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media GREENVILLE — If you are looking for another way to shop local this holiday season, check out the artists’ show on display at […]
HUDSON FALLS – Joseph S. Farinelli, 81, went into the arms of the Lord on Monday, Nov. 27, 2023, at Elderwood in Ticonderoga, after a battle with dementia. Born on […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — For the past 13 years, Helping Harvest has helped provide struggling families and individuals in the area with both food and […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media ROUND TOP — Forest rangers came to the aid of an injured hiker in Round Top on Friday. Rangers responded Nov. 24 at […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media GREENVILLE — Santa and Mrs. Claus paid an early visit to Greenville on the day after Thanksgiving. The Jolly Ol’ Elf arrived in […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — The town has purchased the Grace United Methodist Church building for $450,000 for use as a new town hall. The purchase […]
By LORNA CHEROT LITTLEWAY THE SPENCERTOWN ACADEMY of Arts sponsored the lecture “Still Here: A Survival Story of Indigenous People,” on Sunday, November 5. The speaker, Heather Bruegl, is an […]
By DOUG LAROCQUE NEW LEBANON – Earlier this year the New Lebanon Town Board voted to go ahead with an engineering study for the construction of a splash pad at […]
By DEBORAH E. LANS GHENT – As a local tourism website says: “Columbia County offers unsurpassed rural beauty, a rich cultural scene and active recreational opportunities.” Its residents would add […]
Editor’s note: A charge is not a conviction. All persons listed are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Charges can be amended or dismissed. STATE POLICE
Jim “Red” Carroll was laid to rest on Oct. 29, 2023, after a long battle with heart disease. Jim was born in Brooklyn on Oct. 6, 1950, to Jim and […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media GREENVILLE — No one wants to sit down at an empty table on Thanksgiving, but for some families, that is a very real […]
By NANCY JANE KERN MAKING TRIPS AROUND THE COUNTY gives us a rough survey of food sources for birds and animals, and so far, things look pretty good this year. […]
By Z ASSI LOCATED IN GHENT, Art Omi is a local (and free) art experience. Indoor exhibits are held in the Newmark Gallery, located in the Benenson Center. The most […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — The results for the Nov. 7 town and county elections have been finalized by the Albany County Board of Elections. The […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — No one wants to sit down at an empty table on Thanksgiving, but for some families, that is a very real […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — Senior Projects of Ravena held a ceremony last Thursday to officially thank Holcim and other corporate donors who helped raise the […]
By Susan Kayne For Capital Region Independent Media Nestled in Westerlo, marked by GPS coordinates pointing to Norton Hill, and carrying a mailing address in Greenville, Unbridled Sanctuary defies conventional […]
By DIANE VALDEN GREENPORT—State Police are investigating a fatal motor vehicle crash which occurred on State Route 23 west of Ponderosa Drive, November 13 at 5:42 p.m. The two vehicles […]
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: I retired from working in June but will not sign up for Social Security until age 70. To do that, […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media In 1889, the French psychologist Pierre Janet coined the term “subconscious mind.” Janet argued that underneath the layers of critical thought functions […]
By Dr. William Holland For Capital Region Independent Media Jesus Christ loves you, and he desires to spend quiet time with you. Our heavenly Father beckons you to draw near […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media Thanksgiving is high on the list of my favorite holidays. It comes in just after Christmas and way above Groundhog Day. What […]
By JEANETTE WOLFBERG HUDSON – The fate of the Hudson Youth Clubhouse dominated the Columbia County Board of Supervisors meeting November 8, where the supervisors also authorized a winter night […]
Part 2 By DEBORAH E. LANS CHATHAM – Three years ago, author-activist Bill McKibben established The Third Act as an organization to leverage the time, skills and financial wherewithal of […]
Panel Discussion, 11-15-2023 On Wednesday, November 15th, 2023, the New York Press Association held a panel discussion featuring industry leaders in journalism. These local experts were brought together to discuss […]
By DIANE VALDEN COPAKE—The old Roeliff Jansen School building has deteriorated to the point of no return and steps to condemn the place are underway. For the past 24 years, […]
By PARRY TEASDALE SORRY FOR THE LONG DROUGHT of editorials. At least a couple of people have asked about them; they wanted to know whether the new owners had muzzled […]
Editor’s note: A charge is not a conviction. All persons listed are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Charges can be amended or dismissed. STATE POLICE
By NANCY JANE KERN SCANNING THE SHELVES for something to read produced the 1942 “The Lives Around Us” by naturalist Alan Devoe. In the prologue to the book, he finds […]
GHENT – Unofficial results for the 2023 General Election were updated by the Columbia County Board of Elections, as of 4:45 p.m. on November 13. State Supreme Court Justice 3rd […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — Republican Town Supervisor George McHugh has been defeated by Democratic challenger Stephen Donnelly in the race for supervisor. There will be […]
By JEANETTE WOLFBERG HUDSON – “It has been a privilege to work with so many talented administrators, teachers and staff members in the Hudson City School District (HCSD) over the […]
By JEANETTE WOLFBERG HUDSON – Columbia County Human Services Director Dan Almasi presented four suggestions for using Opioid Settlement Funds at the Board of Supervisors Health and Human Services committee […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media GREENVILLE — Students at Greenville High School tuned up their voices and technical skills to create an on-air commercial promoting Greene County during […]
RAVENA — Are you a teenager interested in the fire service? The Ravena Hose Company will hold an open house to recruit junior firefighters and young people interested in the […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — The race for town supervisor is so close the results have still not yet been determined six days after Election Day […]
SARATOGA SPRINGS—The Mental Health Association of Columbia Greene’s Child Advocacy Center presented a case study at the 2023 New York State Children’s Alliance Leadership Conference in Saratoga Springs, October 3. […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — It’s the end of an era in Coeymans as the Rev. Dr. Roxanne Jones Booth and the Rev. Antonio Booth are […]
By JEANETTE WOLFBERG HUDSON – The Hudson Housing Authority (HHA) Board of Commissioners advised its development partner to stick to the proposal it had presented a month earlier rather than […]
Editor’s note: A charge is not a conviction. All persons listed are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Charges can be amended or dismissed. STATE POLICE
By DEBORAH E. LANS Part 1 GHENT – Americans are living about 25 years longer now than 100 years ago, and well past conventional retirement age. How we spend those […]
GHENT – Unofficial results show Democrat Christopher Liberati-Conant (9,983 votes) defeated Republican Ryan M. Carty (9,274) in the race for county District Attorney. Mr. Carty currently serves as deputy chief […]
NORTH HILLSDALE—The annual meeting of the Roe Jan Alumni Association (the first in several years due to Covid-19) will be held Tuesday, November 14, 2 p.m. at the North Hillsdale […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media GREENVILLE —Town Councilman John Bensen will be Greenville’s new town supervisor beginning Jan. 1. Bensen takes over the town’s top spot from longtime […]
By NANCY JANE KERN Pb IS THE SYMBOL FOR LEAD and is a dense, toxic metal in the same group as mercury. John Wayne, a cowboy hero of my childhood […]
By DIANE VALDEN KINDERHOOK—Officials at the Ichabod Crane High School alerted School Resource Deputy Brian McSween that a threat was made against the school October 26 at 9:39 a.m., according […]
GHENT – Unofficial results for the 2023 General Election as of 11:15 p.m. on November 7: State Supreme Court Justice 3rd Judicial District Richard Rivera (Democratic) 8,620 Sherri J. Brooks-Morton […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — With the exception of Coeymans’ representative on the Albany County Legislature, town election results are too close to call on election […]
By LORNA CHEROT LITTLEWAY FROM HER ROOTS IN HARRISBURG, PA, Barbara Slate, a graduate of the Art Institute of Pittsburgh, made the “proverbial bus” trip to New York City in […]
By JEANETTE WOLFBERG HUDSON – “A huge amount of youth find solace” at the Hudson Youth Clubhouse, said Tistrya Houghtling, supervisor of New Lebanon. The clubhouse has orders to vacate […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — It was by far the closest game of the season Friday night, but the Indians found a way to win in […]
Editor’s note: A charge is not a conviction. All persons listed are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Charges can be amended or dismissed. STATE POLICE
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — There was a sea of pink making its way through the village when VFW Post 9594 hosted the annual walk in […]
By DIANE VALDEN COPAKE—After encountering bumps in the road earlier, Hecate Energy’s Shepherd’s Run mega-sized solar project is moving ahead despite opponents’ long-held objections. The most recent step forward in […]
By DAVID LEE ANCRAM – In the world of outlaw motorcycle clubs, the Diamond Rattlers make no secret of their 1% status and their affiliation with the Hell’s Angels of […]
GREENVILLE — Sixteen local artists will have small works on display in November and December at the Greenville Public Library Art Gallery. The gallery is located in the downstairs community […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — Four candidates will be on the ballot vying for two seats on the Coeymans Town Council when voters head to the […]
By Pat Larsen For Capital Region Independent Media Having contemplated the direction I would take with this topic for several days now, it finally came to me that I just needed […]
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: I will be 62 on Nov. 1, and I have chosen to take my benefits early. I know that my […]
By Dr. William Holland For Capital Region Independent Media The other day I was speaking with a person I’ve known most of my life, and he asked me if I […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media In my formative years, I often chose silence over confrontation, retreating rather than facing the storm. While there’s merit in sidestepping conflict, […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media Watching the news over the past few weeks has me wondering if I followed the wrong career path during my working days. […]
News Herald – October 26, 1923 – F.E. Bleezarde, Publisher Coeymans: Ravena: Coeymans Herald – October 24, 1888 – S.H. & E.J. Sherman, Proprietors
ELECTION 2023 By DOUG LA ROCQUE NEW LEBANON – All the elective offices in the town are before the voters this November 7 except that of the town supervisor. The […]
Walter “Bud” Wood passed away Saturday, Oct. 28, at his home with his wife at his side. He was 74. Born in Catskill on Aug. 23, 1949, to the late […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — From moose meat to venison to “boomer chili,” there was something for every culinary taste at the first annual chili cook-off […]
By NANCY JANE KERN A RAVEN CALLED from my roof today, causing me to think about house spirits. I spent 60 years of my life at my parent’s home and […]
By DIANE VALDEN HUDSON–Hudson Police arrested Bernardo E. Centeno, 70, of Hudson on an active felony arrest warrant out of Hudson City Court, October 17. Mr. Centeno was arrested on […]
ELECTION 2023 By EMILIA TEASDALE KINDERHOOK—Two town justice candidates are on the ballot for one open justice position this November. Ken Golden is running on the Democratic ballot line and […]
GREENVILLE — The Greenville Central School District announced that beginning Wednesday, Nov. 1, free meals will be provided to all students. What does this mean?All students enrolled at Greenville Central […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — Always a popular destination for trick-or-treaters, Magnolia Circle will again be closed to non-residential traffic this year on Halloween. Each year, […]
ELECTION 2023 By DIANE VALDEN COPAKE—Even with no contested races on the local ballot, Copake voters will elect a new town supervisor and one new Town Board member this November […]
By JEANETTE WOLFBERG HUDSON–The Columbia County Board of Supervisors at its October 11 meeting: authorized revising the county’s drug and alcohol testing policy for Commercial Drivers Licenses (CDLs); moved forward […]
By DEBORAH E. LANS HUDSON – On October 19, 2023, Assemblymember Didi Barrett (D-106th), joined by Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie at a press conference, announced that $1.5 million in funding […]
By DAVID LEE CHATHAM – Shirley Thompson, of Nassau, celebrated her 102nd birthday on October 11 with a visit to the Equine Advocates horse rescue. Ms. Thompson is one of […]
By NANCY JANE KERN WE OFTEN OVERLOOK THE BEAUTIFUL places close to home like the Beebe Hill State Forest northeast of Spencertown. I went to Red Rock, then east, and […]
By DAVID LEE CHATHAM –There is a lot of excitement around the Crandell Theatre, 48 Main Street, as the preparations for the 23rd annual FilmColumbia Festival are being made. As […]
By DAVID LEE HUDSON – Opera returns to Hudson Hall for a new production of George Frideric Handel’s Baroque opera “Rodelinda.” It is directed by R.B. Schlather whose list of […]
By DIANE VALDEN HILLSDALE—Last respects were paid October 22 to Landon DeLease, a 17-year-old Taconic Hills High School junior killed in a car crash near 289 Hunt Road, October 17 […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The Indians won their ninth straight game heading into the playoffs Friday night against the Gloversville Huskies. The Huskies ended the […]
Editor’s note: A charge is not a conviction. All persons listed are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Charges can be amended or dismissed. STATE POLICE
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — The number of volunteer firefighters has declined nationally, but the need remains — and Coeymans Fire Company is hoping to draw […]
The performance “Bach, Bagels, Broadway & Beyond” will feature live music performed by internationally recognized guitar virtuoso Robert Secrist on Saturday, Nov. 4, from 3-5 p.m. at the historic Gristmill […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — After standing vacant for about two decades, a local eyesore has been sold and will be redeveloped by a new owner. […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — Two candidates will be on the ballot Nov. 7 for the county Legislature seat representing Coeymans in the 37th district. The […]
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: I have a question about the family maximum SS retirement benefit. As I understand it, if the breadwinner is drawing […]
By Dr. William Holland For Capital Region Independent Media Last week we talked about how desperately we need to reach all children for Christ, and I still have much to […]
By Pat Larsen For Capital Region Independent Media No one likes roadblocks, detour signs, traffic slowdowns, or being told that we aren’t able to move forward due to our own […]
By Charlene Marchand For Capital Region Independent Media The warm, empowering, prayerful blessing of the animals recently at CGHS/SPCA was filled with hope and gratitude and protection, everyone’s spirits not […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media What sparks the essence of our personalities? Some people seemingly dance through life. Every event, however trivial, is met with infectious optimism. […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media Telephones are not my favorite thing. Not being one to indulge in frivolous chit chat much, the telephone then becomes a way […]
Cornell Cooperative Extension of Columbia and Greene Counties will present the “Taste of Twin Counties” Fall Harvest fundraising event on Wednesday, Nov. 8, from 5:30–7:30 p.m., at The BARN at […]
The National Center for Missing & Exploited Children is seeking the public’s assistance in locating missing teen Alisha Rodgers. Alisha, 16, was last seen in Albany on Sept. 7. She […]
RAVENA-COEYMANS — This year the town of Coeymans has been celebrating the 350th anniversary of its founding. The Ravena Coeymans Historical Society’s final program of that anniversary is to be […]
By Susan Kayne For Capital Region Independent Media Nestled within the walls of a repurposed barn — once a home to harness show horses and now a sanctuary for rescued […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media SELKIRK — When a veteran returns from service and struggles to reintegrate into the community, perhaps enduring years of difficulties, where can they […]
By DIANE VALDEN COPAKE—Columbia Memorial Health’s Copake Rapid Care Center at 283 Mountain View Road may be on the road to recovery. At the October 12 Copake Town Board meeting, […]
By DEBORAH E. LANS GHENT—Abraham Lincoln said, “Elections belong to the people. It’s their decision. If they decide to turn their backs to the fire and burn their behinds, then […]
Editor’s note: A charge is not a conviction. All persons listed are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Charges can be amended or dismissed. STATE POLICE
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The Indians’ explosive offense scored a season high of 50 points Friday night to the Ichabod Crane Riders’ 7. The 50-7 […]
RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The RCS school district has released winter sports information for the 2023-24 school year. Please note that not all details, such as coaches, first practice dates, etc., are […]
By EMILIA TEASDALE KINDERHOOK – Current Kinderhook Town Supervisor Timothy (Tim) Ooms is running unopposed for reelection. Mr. Ooms, a Republican, is endorsed by both his party and the town […]
By NANCY JANE KERN “When through the woods and forest glades I wander, and hear the birds sing sweetly in the trees; ” (Stuart K. Hine version 1953) TORRENTIAL RAIN […]
HUDSON – The Hudson City School District has announced the appointment of Dr. Tia L. Pressey as the Diversity Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Manager of the Hudson City School District. […]
HUDSON—Nearly $300,000 in Opioid Settlement funds were distributed to six agencies via a resolution adopted by the Columbia County Board of Supervisors at its July full board meeting. The funding […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media GREENVILLE — Nick Trostle is one of the elite few who has achieved the rank of Eagle Scout. Trostle’s Eagle Scout Court of […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — Two candidates are vying for the town’s top spot in the Nov. 7 election. Incumbent Republican Town Supervisor George McHugh faces […]
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: My wife, born in 1960, was a Texas school teacher for about 10 years and receives a $1,000 per month […]
By Dr. William Holland For Capital Region Independent Media A child’s mind is like a sponge that is constantly absorbing more information. This can be a good thing if they […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media A life that exemplified triumph over the deepest abysses of despair is that of Dr. Viktor Frankl. During World War II, Dr. […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media I woke up this morning feeling a little out of sorts. I didn’t sleep well last night and got up early to […]
News Herald – October 12, 1923 – F.E. Bleezarde, Publisher Coeymans: Ravena: Coeymans Herald –October 10, 1888 – S.H. & E.J. Sherman, Proprietors
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media BETHLEHEM — All schools in the Bethlehem Central School District were in lockout following a report of a bomb threat Wednesday. On Oct. […]
By Susan Kayne For Capital Region Independent Media Hello, world! My name is Snowball, and I’m the tiniest resident at Unbridled, the place I now proudly call home. I want […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The RCS school district has put out a survey seeking input from the community on what the district has accomplished and […]
By DIANE VALDEN HUDSON—City of Hudson Police arrested Michelle L. Moskaluk, 34, of Hudson for: first degree robbery with a dangerous instrument, a class B felony; third degree criminal possession […]
By EMILIA TEASDALE CHATHAM—Current Town Supervisor Donal Collins is running for reelection on the Republican and Chatham For All ballot lines. He is running against Christopher W. Spencer on the […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media ALBANY — Albany County Executive Daniel McCoy released the Executive Budget for 2024. The $819 million budget includes an 8.3% spending increase over […]
____ELECTION 2023____ By DEBORAH E. LANS CHATHAM – This November Chatham voters will decide whether to create the first Community Preservation Fund in the county. The fund would be dedicated […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The RCS Indians football team continued their winning ways Friday night with their seventh straight win of the season. The hometown […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — RCS has a long and proud history in its wrestling program. Many of those high school athletes do not get their […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — Carver Companies owns the Port of Coeymans and is one of the area’s largest employers, but the company’s growth and impact […]
Editor’s note: A charge is not a conviction. All persons listed are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Charges can be amended or dismissed. STATE POLICE
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media CATSKILL — Catskill police officers have been cleared by the state attorney general in the death of Jason Jones, who died in December […]
By DIANE VALDEN ANCRAM—This “off-year” political season has been anything but a snoozer in this southeastern Columbia County town with a population of 1,440 as determined by the 2020 census. […]
By NANCY JANE KERN RECENTLY A FRIEND SENT ME A PHOTO of a chimney swift nest that had fallen down an unused chimney. The birds and eggs were long gone […]
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: I read with interest an analysis of the history, reasons and financial costs of the SSI (Supplemental Security Income) and […]
By Dr. William Holland For Capital Region Independent Media Some of you might keep a close watch on the news, and others may listen occasionally or not at all, but […]
By Charlene Marchand For Capital Region Independent Media The time is here and now to prepare your outside or sometimes-outside dogs for the winter season to follow. Messages about an […]
By Pat Larsen For Capital Region Independent Media Yes, back in the day, this was a common phrase used in reference to videocassettes that we rented from local vendors like […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media When you ask schoolchildren what they aspire to be when they grow up, their minds dart to specific professions. One might dream […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media One of my chores as house husband of our castle consists of laundry duty. It isn’t one of my more favorite tasks. […]
BETHLEHEM – National Manufacturing Day is observed on Oct. 6, and in honor of that day, three of the largest industries in Bethlehem will be at the Ravena-Coeymans-Selkirk Central School […]
MEDUSA – James M. Moore, 73, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, Oct. 3, 2023, with family at his side. Jim was born in Catskill on Dec. 5, 1949, […]
By Mary Lou Nahas For Capital Region Independent Media Two beloved members of the Greenville Quilters were honored posthumously last month: Doris Vedder and Dottie Hesel. Let me tell you […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — It’s time to put those creative skills to the test. The village is hosting its second annual “Village of Ravena Scarecrow […]
OAK HILL – Velma Powell Kiley, 91, passed away in the comfort of her home on Wednesday, Oct. 4, 2023, with her family by her side. Born in Coeymans Hollow […]
By DIANE VALDEN HUDSON—Hudson Police arrested Matthew J. McNamara, 31, of Walden (Orange County) for: second degree burglary, a class C felony; third degree assault; fourth degree criminal mischief and […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — They came, they saw, they drank. And ate and partied. The second annual Brews, Bites & Bands event was held Sunday […]
By DIANE VALDEN COPAKE—The lack of affordable housing is a crisis throughout Columbia County and the country. Committees and task forces on all levels of government have been engaged in […]
By JEANETTE WOLFBERG HUDSON – Town and village Justices in New York State need not have law degrees. This year the state Senate passed a bill requiring those with “high […]
By DEBORAH E. LANS GHENT – Long-time District Attorney Paul Czajka is retiring this year, and two candidates are running for the four-year position of District Attorney of Columbia County: […]
By Mark Kane For Capital Region Independent Media The Albany Saratoga Massive Weekend was just that. Friday night started off with a massive number of cars in the pits that […]
Editor’s note: A charge is not a conviction. All persons listed are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Charges can be amended or dismissed. STATE POLICE
By KATHRYN BEILKE YOU’VE HEARD THE ADAGE that it only takes 21 days to start a new habit. While that may not be true for everyone, putting a new behavior […]
By NANCY JANE KERN IT IS NOW FALL and beautiful wildflowers are a nice addition to the colorful leaves and part of the last flash of color before the snow […]
By EMILIA TEASDALE HUDSON—The City of Hudson is responding to a statement from the Hudson City School District about vacant land that could be used for affordable housing.On September 25, […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The RCS school district has unveiled the new team name and mascot. RCS will be the home of the Ravens beginning […]
By DIANE VALDEN HUDSON—Hudson City Police are actively seeking the public’s assistance in locating a missing person, Robert J. Coons, 63, who was last seen July 6 at 10:30 a.m. […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media SELKIRK — A Selkirk woman was arrested Thursday on gun charges originating from a report from Child Protective Services, according to Bethlehem Police. […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The RCS Class of 1973 returned to its old stomping grounds Saturday for its 50th reunion. The reunion weekend was filled […]
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Basil Seggos announced that the Youth Big Game Hunt will be held this weekend. Bowhunting seasons for deer and bear began in […]
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: Why are my Social Security benefits being taxed at all? The Social Security FICA payroll taxes taken out of my […]
By Dr. William Holland For Capital Region Independent Media Cheryl and I grew up around dogs and when we were married, it did not take long for us to bring […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media Many of us have an innate discomfort with change. Humans crave predictability — from the consistent taste of our favorite drive-thru burger […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media By the time you read this, I will be the proud possessor of a shiny new left knee. I tried WD-40 on […]
News Herald – September 28, 1923 – F.E. Bleezarde, Publisher Coeymans: Ravena: Coeymans Herald – September 26, 1888 – S.H. & E.J. Sherman, Proprietors
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — The town closed out nearly a year of festivities this weekend with the final events marking Coeymans’ 350th anniversary. Family Fest […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media GREENVILLE — The town council adopted a new dog control law at the board’s Sept. 18 meeting. The aim of Local Law #2 […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media LATHAM — The suspect arrested in the disappearance of 9-year-old Charlotte Sena has been charged with kidnapping, according to state police. Craig Nelson […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media LATHAM — Charlotte Sena, 9, who went missing while camping with her family at Moreau Lake State Park on Saturday, was allegedly being […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The RCS varsity girls volleyball team put their skills to work this weekend to aid cancer research. On Saturday, the team […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media Charlotte Sena, the 9-year-old girl who went missing Saturday evening, was found Monday evening and is in good health, according to New York […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media The search for 9-year-old Charlotte Sena continues and state police say they have called in federal and other agencies to aid in the […]
New York State Police and Gov. Kathy Hochul held a press conference Sunday afternoon to discuss the disappearance of 9-year-old Charlotte Sena. The child was last seen about 6:15 p.m. […]
By JEANETTE WOLFBERG HUDSON – Issues surrounding a building Columbia County expects to purchase, cameras on school buses, and police officers in Questar III/BOCES’s Greenport building received attention at the […]
By JEANETTE WOLFBERG HUDSON – The Hudson Housing Authority’s redevelopment partner presented a proposal for replacing Hudson’s Bliss Tower with lower, longer buildings holding more than twice as many apartments, […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — When the RCS Indians and the Schalmont Sabres, both undefeated as of Friday night, went head to head, it was a […]
ELECTION 2023 By DEBORAH E. LANS GHENT – With the retirements of Judges Richard Koweek and Jonathan Nichols at the end of 2023, the two judgeships on the Columbia County […]
By PARRY TEASDALE We will publish letters of support for candidates up to and including our November 2, 2023 edition. This includes letters from candidates responding directly to letters critical […]
By Susan Kayne For Capital Region Independent Media Unbridled is a sanctuary, a place of refuge and a safe haven that offers a reprieve to horses from chaotic circumstances as […]
Editor’s note: A charge is not a conviction. All persons listed are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Charges can be amended or dismissed. STATE POLICE
COXSACKIE — On Sunday, Oct. 1, celebrate the fall season in the Hudson Valley at the Bronck Museum’s Heritage Craft Fair from 12-4 p.m. On porches, nestled beside the barns, […]
By George McHugh Coeymans Town Supervisor As the town’s chief fiscal officer, it is my honor and privilege to present the 2024 proposed annual tentative budget for the town of […]
By Pat Larsen For Capital Region Independent Media In preparation for two very significant milestones earlier this year, I found that I would often drift off into a state of […]
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: I’m turning 95 this year and am caretaker for my wife in our 70th year of marriage. I served before […]
By Dr. William Holland For Capital Region Independent Media We spoke last week about addictions that involve more people than we could imagine, and we should realize by now that […]
By Charlene Marchand For Capital Region Independent Media Our CGHS/SPCA is anticipating the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi with a blessing of all animals at the shelter on Saturday, […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media The maxim “Use it or lose it” is heard so often it’s practically a background track to our lives. But wait! Before […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media Some days I find myself feeling a little overwhelmed and I long for a simpler time, like my childhood days in the […]
News Herald – September 21, 1923 – F.E. Bleezarde, Publisher Coeymans: Ravena: Coeymans Herald – September 19, 1888 – S.H. & E.J. Sherman, Proprietors
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — This year marks the 350th anniversary of the town of Coeymans, and while many of the celebratory events took place earlier […]
By NANCY JANE KERN A DOE AND HER FAWN shot across the lawn in apparent terror. Some seconds later a wild-eyed eight-point buck bounded through in pursuit. There had been […]
CRARYVILLE – The Taconic Hills Central School District Board of Education has announced the appointment of Lynnette Brunger as Superintendent of Schools, effective October 10. The Board of Education unanimously […]
By Mark Kane For Capital Region Independent Media Each week the great racing tradition continues at the “Track of Champions,” Fonda Speedway, as it has since 1953. Another tradition concluded […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media WESTERLO — When aspiring Eagle Scout Drew Joslin began looking around for a community service project to complete his Eagle requirements, he didn’t […]
CLIFTON PARK — Rosemary M. (Olcott) Donato, age 76, passed away at Schuyler Ridge Residential Home on Monday, Sept. 25, 2023, after a decline in health. Rosemary was born on […]
ALBANY — The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation has announced the start of several small-game hunting seasons in the coming weeks. WATERFOWL HUNTING New York offers vast waterfowl […]
RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — Here are more images from the RCS Indians’ game Friday night against Mechanicville/Hoosic Valley. The Indians picked up another win by a score of 41-6. Thanks to photographer […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media GREENVILLE — Even threatening skies and intermittent rain couldn’t keep revelers from turning out in big numbers on Greenville Day weekend. The two-day […]
By DIANE VALDEN GHENT—State Police from the Livingston barracks in conjunction with the Columbia County Child Advocacy Center arrested Robert G. Schaefer, 52, of Ghent for first degree sexual abuse, […]
By DOUG LA ROCQUE NEW LEBANON – Should Lebanon Spring be included in the town’s Water Protection Plan or not? At the September 12 meeting, when the town board was […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — Local kids and business owners showcased their talents at the fourth annual RCS Middle School Craft Fair on Sunday. Typically held […]
By DIANE VALDEN COPAKE—Copake lost its very own Santa Claus when Christopher Quinby died September 6 at age 74. Not only did he portray the jolly old elf at Christmastime, […]
By WARREN DEWS, JR. I’ve been in the media business for three decades. I’ve worked in New York, Virginia, North Carolina, Massachusetts and Vermont, to name a few. During my […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The Indians won again on the gridiron Friday night, this time defeating Mechanicville/Hoosic Valley by a score of 41-6. It was […]
BY DEBORAH E. LANS GHENT—In July, a 16 year old was arrested for driving, drunk, at more than 100 miles per hour on Route 20 in New Lebanon. His Honda […]
By NANCY JANE KERN THE WHITE PINE TREES around the house begin to get scruffy this time of year. This is a normal phenomenon and is called seasonal needle loss […]
COEYMANS HOLLOW — The Little Red Schoolhouse Historical Society will hold its third fall open house on Sunday, Sept. 24, from 2-4 p.m. The schoolhouse is located on Route 143 […]
By EMILIA TEASDALE CHATHAM—On August 11, the state Comptroller’s Office released the findings of a recent audit that determined the Chatham Central School District’s Board of Education and district officials […]
By Susan Kayne For Capital Region Independent Media In the heart of Unbridled, a sanctuary where volunteers tirelessly attend to the unique daily needs of each horse, a captivating love […]
By DIANE VALDEN NEW LEBANON—State Police are investigating a double fatal car versus pedestrians crash. Saturday, September 9 at 8:21 p.m., troopers were dispatched to the crosswalk near the New […]
Editor’s note: A charge is not a conviction. All persons listed are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Charges can be amended or dismissed. STATE POLICE
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — After a months-long process and engagement with the local community, the RCS school district is looking to finalize the district’s new […]
COXSACKIE — On Sunday, Oct. 1, celebrate the fall season in the Hudson Valley at the Bronck Museum’s Heritage Craft Fair from 12-4 p.m. On porches, nestled beside the barns, […]
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: I live in Michigan and my senior disabled father lives in rural Kentucky. His income is part Social Security and […]
By Dr. William Holland For Capital Region Independent Media In the field of psychology, cognitive dissonance is the perception of contradictory information and the mental toll of it. Relevant items […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media The adage “no one is an island” reminds us that we are social creatures, usually with the need to collaborate and thrive […]
I went to the hardware store the other day. My mission was simple — buy some white paint. Little did I realize that I was biting off more than I […]
News Herald – September 14, 1923 – F.E. Bleezarde, Publisher Coeymans: Ravena: $10 in prizes will be given, $5 for the best costume and $5 for the funniest outfit. Finke’s […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS HOLLOW — Bargain shoppers and church members gathered at Trinity United Methodist Church on Saturday for the annual Lord’s Acre Auction and […]
GREENVILLE – Dorothy Harriet “Dottie” Hesel, born Dec. 22, 1936, passed into eternal rest on Sept. 17, 2023, at Albany Medical Center. The only child of John H. “Jack” Piersma […]
By Mary Lou Nahas For Capital Region Independent Media About a year ago, Russell Mahan from Utah stopped at the Oak Hill Methodist Church seeking information about William Hall, a […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — The Innovation Station held its grand opening Sunday, giving the community its first look at the new technology hub for local […]
By Mark Vinciguerra President, Capital Region Independent Media Across the country, quality journalism is critical for sharing important news affecting our society. Through their timely reporting, journalists play a uniquely […]
By JEANETTE WOLFBERG HUDSON – The Columbia County Board of Supervisors approved the 2023-24 Columbia-Greene Community College (CGCC) operating budget, at its monthly full board meeting August 9. The total […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The RCS Indians remain undefeated after Friday night’s big 48-0 shutout of Green Tech. The hometown team came to the field […]
By DOUG LA ROCQUE NEW LEBANON – The weather last Thursday, September 7, was fickle but also downright dangerous. Some municipalities escaped with little or no damage, but others, like […]
By LORNA CHEROT LITTLEWAY THE SPENCERTOWN FESTIVAL OF BOOKS (FOB) presented by the Spencertown Academy Arts Center, is a 4-day smorgasbord for bibliophiles, held over the Labor Day weekend. This […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — Town hall was packed with residents looking to air their questions and concerns over a proposal to convert the Grace United […]
By DEBORAH E. LANS HUDSON—Could you live in Columbia County without a car? What transportation services are available? Who uses them? What else is needed? Following on an extensive Transportation […]
By PARRY TEASDALE GHENT—LIKE EVERYTHING ELSE, the cost of publishing The Columbia Paper each week has been hit hard by the most recent inflation. We’re doing our best to bring […]
By NANCY JANE KERN LOOKING BACK from my now senior status I did not have the usual or dull childhood. This was partly from living on a farm and partly […]
By Susan Kayne For Capital Region Independent Media In the heart of the Thoroughbred world, where legends are born, a remarkable story unfolded – one of resilience, compassion, and the […]
Editor’s note: A charge is not a conviction. All persons listed are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Charges can be amended or dismissed. STATE POLICE
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media GREENVILLE — The Ingalls family unveiled the new pavilion at Vanderbilt Town Park, built in honor of family members who came before them. […]
BETHLEHEM — The Bethlehem Police Department would like to alert the public to a scam involving individuals who are calling Bethlehem residents and identifying themselves as a police officer with […]
Elizabeth Ann (Liz) Muldoon, 80, of High Point, North Carolina, went home to heaven on Aug. 28, 2023, surrounded by her family after a period of declining health. Liz was […]
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: I plan to retire in 2025 (the year I turn 70). Given that I’m still working, I’m delaying my Social […]
By Dr. Willliam Holland For Capital Region Independent Media There is a lot of talk today about the reality of a global system of organized evil that controls the governments […]
By Thomas Christopher For Capital Region Independent Media Most of us have fallen into the habit of thinking of spring as the season for planting seeds, but in fact, grass […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media The adage “When one door closes, another opens” often rolls off the tongue so easily it risks becoming trite. Yet, in the […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media It doesn’t seem that long ago as time is measured that I would go in search of adventure during any free time […]
News Herald – September 7, 1923 – F.E. Bleezarde, Publisher Coeymans: Ravena: Coeymans Herald – September 5, 1888 – S.H. & E.J. Sherman, Proprietors
By JEANETTE WOLFBERG HUDSON – “The diversity of the student body,” the strategic plan’s “focus on the student,” and the beauty of the area are reasons Dr. Juliette Pennyman gave […]
HUDSON—Defendant Jamel Brandow was convicted by a jury trial in Columbia County Court August 15 for sexually abusing two children, according to a press release from the Columbia County District […]
By DOUG LA ROCQUE NEW LEBANON – When the town board met earlier in August, most of the meeting dealt with commercial self-storage units, which was reported on in an […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — With the informal public hearing on the possible use of Grace United Methodist Church as a new town hall set for […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media CAIRO — The annual ceremony in honor of those lost in the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks remembered the fallen and urged the […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COXSACKIE — Area firefighters showed their lighter side in the annual Mardi Gras parade, held this year in Coxsackie. The off-the-wall festivities are […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The RCS Indians dominated on both offense and defense in their second game of the season on their home turf Sunday […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COXSACKIE — The streets of downtown Coxsackie were lined Saturday with spectators cheering on volunteer firefighters in their annual Dress Parade. Fire companies […]
By DIANE VALDEN COPAKE—The controversial Shepherd’s Run Solar project took a step forward August 25, when the New York State Office of Renewable Energy Siting (ORES) deemed Hecate Energy’s application […]
By DIANE VALDEN NEW LEBANON—State Police are investigating a double fatal car versus pedestrians crash. Saturday, September 9 at 8:21 p.m., troopers were dispatched to the crosswalk near the New […]
By Mark Kane For Capital Region Independent Media Making our way to the Utica Rome Speedway, it was a much different day than promoter Brett Deyo is used to as […]
Harriet Gill-Miller, 76, formerly of New Baltimore, passed away three years ago on Jan. 8, 2020. Harriet was raised in New Baltimore, daughter of the late Carrie and Frank Gill. […]
By LORNA CHEROT LITTLEWAY HILLSDALE—Hillsdale resident Dr. Irma Waldo is in her 99th year, though she barely looks a day over 65. At age 25 she became a medical doctor […]
By Susan Kayne For Capital Region Independent Media In a world where the thundering hooves of racehorses echo with power and prestige, the plight of unwanted mares in the Thoroughbred […]
Editor’s note: A charge is not a conviction. All persons listed are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Charges can be amended or dismissed. STATE POLICE
NEW LEBANON–There is still dry ice and water available at the New Lebanon Firehouse by Jimmy D’s until 7 pm tonight (9/9) and again tomorrow (9/10) from 8 am until […]
By DAVID LEE COPAKE – In New York State, the recreational use of cannabis has been legal for adults ages 21 and over since 2021. As the roll-out for selling […]
By MARK VINCIGUERRA ACROSS THE COUNTRY, quality journalism is critical for sharing important news affecting our society. Through their timely reporting, journalists play a uniquely critical role in informing, engaging, […]
By Michael Bennett For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Greenville Families, I’d like to officially welcome everyone back for another exciting year. Experience can be an excellent teacher and having […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — The town council will hold a public hearing Sept. 14 to gauge community reaction to the option of purchasing and converting […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media There is no question that technology is a good thing. Without it and the search for it, humans would still be hunkered […]
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: I am 64 years old and still working full-time. My question is — when should I start my Social Security? […]
By Dr. William Holland For Capital Region Independent Media The Christian and the non-Christian are supposed to be different. In fact, so different, the Bible says that once a person […]
By Pat Larsen For Capital Region Independent Media Although the concept of “staycations” is certainly not new, it was for my husband and me this summer. For a variety of […]
By Thomas Christopher For Capital Region Independent Media We’ve all heard the news about lead in the drinking water in older cities such as Flint, Michigan, and the harm it […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media Life has a way of testing us, throwing curveballs when we least expect them. You may find yourself doing everything right, working […]
News Herald – August 31, 1923 – F.E. Bleezarde, Publisher Coeymans: Ravena: Coeymans Herald – August 29, 1888 – S.H. & E.J. Sherman, Proprietors
By Pat Larsen For Capital Region Independent Media Purely by chance, I happened upon a gifted practitioner, Ms. Hui-Hsin Liu, while looking for alternative medicine practitioners close by. I knew […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — Flach Industries was awarded the contract to build a public restroom facility at Coeymans Landing. Flach submitted the lowest bid, coming […]
By NANCY JANE KERN “ONCE IN A BLUE MOON” is a saying that denotes a rare occurrence and is a moon that rises about once in every three years. It […]
By DAVID LEE CHURCHTOWN – In production since May, the play came together for three 200-capacity full-house performances on Friday, Saturday and Sunday evenings at the Churchtown Dairy (see front […]
By DIANE VALDEN RED HOOK—State Police arrested Nathan Holmes, 32, of Gallatin for two counts of forcible touching, a class A misdemeanor, August 24. Investigations into two separate incidents at […]
GREENVILLE — The halls of Scott M. Ellis Elementary School echoed with excitement as young Spartans from kindergarten to fifth grade embarked on an interactive scavenger hunt that brought students […]
By Susan Kayne For Capital Region Independent Media On Jan. 17, 2023, the world bid farewell to a beloved soul whose unwavering compassion touched lives and transformed hearts. Andrea Basile, […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — A group of homeowners is voicing their concerns over construction of sidewalks in their neighborhood. Several residents on Frangella Drive, Einie […]
By JEANETTE WOLFBERG HUDSON – The Hudson Housing Authority’s redevelopment partner presented scenarios that would include closing part of State Street and extending First Street, at the HHA Board of […]
RAVENA — On Sunday, Sept. 17, at 2 p.m., the Ravena Coeymans Historical Society will present its first program of the fall season. In keeping with the programs themed around […]
Editor’s note: A charge is not a conviction. All persons listed areinnocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Charges can be amended ordismissed. STATE POLICE
By DEBORAH E. LANS GHENT—What Hudson Valley Pattern for Progress (Pattern) wrote in a recent study of the entire Hudson Valley applies equally to the county’s housing crisis: The “problems […]
By DEBORAH E. LANS GHENT—Okay. You may have read about these two groups before. After all, the Ghent Band has been in existence since 1899. And, almost as long as […]
By Staff NEW LEBANON — The organizers for the New Lebanon Train Depot restoration project are planning a benefit concert for Sunday, Sept. 3 at 2 p.m. at Tannery Pond […]
By LORNA CHEROT LITTLEWAY THE 18TH ANNUAL FESTIVAL OF BOOKS (FOB), at the Spencertown Academy Arts Center, runs Labor Day weekend, September 1 to 4. The 4-day event includes 7 […]
By PARRY TEASDALE THE BIG NEWS is that the Columbia County Fair is up and running (and mooing and clucking and oinking and entertaining and smashing and spinning and parading […]
By Sierra Pizzola Greenville Central School District Another school year has commenced for many Greene County students this week, including the Greenville Spartans. Last week, Superintendent Michael Bennett said he’s […]
By George McHugh Coeymans Town Supervisor With nearly 11 inches of rain falling on Coeymans in July, it was the wettest July in recorded history! In spite of the heavy […]
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: Is there any way that Congress will vote to pay back the Social Security funds they took and left IOUs […]
By Thomas Christopher For Capital Region Independent Media I used to start the vegetable garden with a burst of enthusiasm in the spring, filling my plot with seeds and seedlings […]
By Dr. William Holland For Capital Region Independent Media Humans have always wanted to be happy. It’s the reason and purpose that people live. Why do we work and make […]
By Charlene Marchand For Capital Region Independent Media A couple of years ago, I worked with a lovely woman (“Mrs. M.”) who had adopted a young mixed breed dog after […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media I’m a people pleaser. I have a tough time saying no. If I tell someone no, I often feel I’m letting them […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media The indicators are starting to appear again, those little arrows that start blinking through my mental fog: “Diet-diet-diet.” I know now why […]
News Herald – August 24, 1923 – F.E. Bleezarde, Publisher Coeymans: Ravena: Coeymans Herald – August 22, 1888 – S.H. & E.J. Sherman, Proprietors
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — From snakes to owls to hawks, there is wildlife all around us every day. Mackenzie Roof, the wildlife programs manager at […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media GREENVILLE — The Greenville Town Council tabled a proposed local law regulating the activities of dogs in the town. A public hearing Aug. […]
CATSKILL – Doris A. Alix, 93, passed away at The Pines of Catskill on Tuesday, Aug. 29, 2023. Doris was born in Catskill on Aug. 13, 1930, a daughter of […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — Tomorrow’s leaders in the science and technology fields are being trained right now, and the local community is working to give […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media WESTERLO — A Westerlo man was charged with third-degree rape, according to state police. Michael Dickershaid, 32, of Westerlo, was arrested at his […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media BETHLEHEM — A Virginia man has been arrested and transported to New York on charges related to a domestic incident in Bethlehem. Steven […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — The Friendship Festival came to Mosher Park on Saturday, uniting a community and bringing together friends both old and new. Now […]
By Mark Kane For Capital Region Independent Media The 2023 Fonda Speedway season was coming down to the final night of points for champions. This is a promoter’s dream. However, […]
By Susan Kayne For Capital Region Independent Media As the world paused and collectively held its breath during the tumultuous throes of the COVID-19 pandemic, amidst the chaos and uncertainty […]
Editor’s note: A charge is not a conviction. All persons listed are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Charges can be amended or dismissed. STATE POLICE
By Tim Farkas Capital Region Independent Media I hated going back to school. I hated having to go back to school. I hated my kids having to go back, and […]
HUDSON — Joan Kaplan Davidson, president of Furthermore grants in publishing and president emeritus of the J. M. Kaplan Fund, died on August 11. She was 96. In 1995, Ms. […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — The Friendship Festival is about more than games and fun… it’s a time to make memories. Village Trustee and festival organizer […]
By NANCY JANE KERN WE WERE THE FIRST DINERS to arrive at a small restaurant, and as we reached for the entrance door, a strange glittery winged object on the […]
GREENVILLE — The Greenville Rotary Club recently awarded $500 scholarships to five students from the Greenville Central School class of 2023. The awards are given to students in recognition of […]
COEYMANS HOLLOW — The Little Red Schoolhouse Historical Society is pleased to announce the schedule for this year’s fall open houses. The schoolhouse, which is located on Route 143 in […]
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: My wife will be 65 next year, and her full retirement age is 66 years plus 10 months. Can she […]
By Dr. William Holland For Capital Region Independent Media When we think about the challenges and possibilities of our future, it’s easy to ignore our responsibilities while we imagine someone […]
By Pat Larsen For Capital Region Independent Media Recalling days gone by, when we lived in Brooklyn, it was actually quite common to hear the ring of the doorbell on […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media The dream thief is a cunning adversary lurking in the shadows, ready to strike at any stage. Whether you’re at the beginning […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media Cocaine, alcohol, nicotine and yard sales. All addictive, all life-ruining, but fortunately the first three can be fought, subdued, and in some […]
RAVENA — Struggling families have access to deeply discounted fresh produce at Helping Harvest, a low-cost grocery store program, thanks to the Seymour Fox Memorial Foundation. Hope Full Life Center, […]
By Mary Lou Nahas For Capital Region Independent Media The Clematis Garden Club has honored a group of gardens on one end of Oak Hill by designating them collectively as […]
By JEANETTE WOLFBERG HUDSON—Columbia County’s Emergency Medical Services (EMS), which oversees ambulances operating in the county, faces new challenges. Last year, the county hired the consulting firm Fitch and Associates […]
By DIANE VALDEN HUDSON—The man who shot himself in the leg, got into his car, drove away and crashed into a Coarc van a block away on July 20, turned […]
COEYMANS – Joyce (Mosher) Olmsted, 76, passed away on Aug. 7, 2023. Born in Endicott, NY, she is the daughter of the late Harold and Bernice Mosher. Survivors include her […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media NEW BALTIMORE — A pair of local businesses and the New Baltimore Fire Department and its auxiliary united in a single cause — […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media GREENVILLE — Cub Scout Pack 42 wants to share its opportunities with more boys in the community. The pack held a Field Day […]
By DOUG LA ROCQUE NEW LEBANON – For nearly a year the Town of New Lebanon has been debating the pros and cons of self-storage locations and the actual need […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — The town council is considering purchasing and renovating the Grace United Methodist Church building and turning it into a new town […]
By EMILIA TEASDALE KINDERHOOK—At a ceremony on July 29, Village Mayor Michael Abrams read the Village Board motion declaring that “the village park at the western corner of Broad and […]
By DEBORAH E. LANS GHENT—The county’s Housing Development Coordinator. The Executive Director of the county’s Cornell Cooperative Extension. A member of the Chatham Town Board and congressional aide. These are […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — Perhaps one of the most unique outcomes from the COVID-19 pandemic is that it turned a local teen into a nationally […]
By Susan Kayne For Capital Region Independent Media In the vast expanse of America’s hinterlands, a harrowing tale unfolds. In a crowded feedlot in Bowie, Texas, they reduce horses to […]
By JEANETTE WOLFBERG HUDSON – The Columbia County Board of Supervisors approved the purchase of Hudson’s 11 Warren Street, approved paying the county’s share of Columbia-Greene Community College’s 2023-24 budget, […]
Editor’s note: A charge is not a conviction. All persons listed are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Charges can be amended or dismissed. STATE POLICE
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media ALTAMONT — What do racing pigs, a demolition derby, a circus and the American Motor Drome Wall of Death have in common? They […]
By Pat Larsen For Capital Region Independent Media To summarize my thoughts, simply, I’m finding that seasons seem to come quicker, years add up faster and birthdays start to pile […]
This is our Summer Double Issue. We do it every year, so our next print issue will come out August 31. By PARRY TEASDALE THE WOMAN LEFT HER CAR DOOR […]
The annual Hudson Sankofa Black Arts and Cultural Festival was held on August 11 and 12. The parade and events at the Henry Hudson Riverfront Park on Saturday afternoon were [...]
By NANCY JANE KERN DOGS HAVE SUCH A RELATIVELY SHORT LIFE that saying goodbye to one may come several times in one’s lifetime. About the only thing that offsets the […]
By STAFF HUDSON—The Columbia County District Attorney and Columbia-Greene Community College (CGCC) collaborated for the first time this summer to create an internship program for three local students interested in […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — The days of summer are dwindling and that means one thing in Ravena — the Friendship Festival is almost here! This […]
RAVENA — The Ravena Fire Department will host a steak dinner on Friday, Aug. 18, from 4-7 p.m. Dinners are sold pre-order only. Purchase tickets by calling 518-756-2089. Meals can […]
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: I have been working since I started collecting Social Security when I turned 62. Last year I was apparently overpaid […]
By Dr. William Holland For Capital Region Independent Media Within the unlimited amount of evidence to prove that God is real and the Creator of all things, there is no […]
By Charlene Marchand For Capital Region Independent Media EXTRA EXTRA! All animals cared for by our CGHS/SPCA shelter will be FREE to adopt during the month of August! Continuing with […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media One of my favorite books is “How to Win Friends and Influence People” by Dale Carnegie. The book has so many helpful […]
By Robert J. LaCosta For Capital Region Independent Media A recent family-and-friends baptism at church renewed an obvious and profound conclusion: babies aren’t influenced by the world. Besides her obvious […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media After all these years here in “upstate New York,” I have to admit to being ignorant to the monsoon season in this […]
News Herald – August 10, 1923 – F.E. Bleezarde, Publisher Coeymans: Ravena: Coeymans Herald – August 8, 1888 – S.H. & E.J. Sherman, Proprietors
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media LEEDS — A federal plan that would consolidate mail sorting centers is under consideration by the U.S. Postal Service that could lead to […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS HOLLOW — Lawson Lake on Saturday hosted Albany County’s first-ever Recovery Picnic. The event, the first of its kind in the area, […]
Elizabeth A. Van Keuren (1962 – 2023) CLAVERACK—Elizabeth Anne “Liz” Van Keuren, 61, passed away, Sunday, August 13, 2023, surrounded by her family at her home in Claverack. She was […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — Local youngsters spent four weeks this summer learning about everything from art to cooking to math. Approximately 280 students participated in […]
Madison Bell, of Greenville, was recently initiated into the honor society of Phi Kappa Phi. Earlton resident Lauryn Williams was one of 50 students with artwork displayed in SUNY Oneonta’s [...]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — Technology is changing at a rapid pace — from Smartboards to distance learning platforms — that have changed the face of […]
Anna Camarda (1931 – 2023) OLD CHATHAM—Anna Camarda (nee Nicastro) passed peacefully in her sleep August 9, 2023 at the age of 91. Born September 3, 1931 in Palermo, Italy, […]
By JEANETTE WOLFBERG HUDSON—The Hudson City School District Board of Education, at its meeting August 8, named Dr. Juliette Pennyman to be its next superintendent starting September 1. The vote […]
By EMILIA TEASDALE KINDERHOOK—The Village Board passed new regulations on short term rentals (STRs) at a special board meeting on July 31. According to Mayor Michael Abrams, this meeting was […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The first day of school may be a couple of weeks away still, but team practices for RCS athletes is gearing […]
By Mark Kane For Capital Region Independent Media It has all come down to just six points for the Fonda Speedway Amsterdam Truck Center Modified Track Championship as Demetrios Drellos […]
By DIANE VALDEN COPAKE—If you have been wondering when you would be able to buy cannabis products locally—wonder no more. You may soon get your chance at an upcoming Cannabis […]
By Susan Kayne For Capital Region Independent Media As the curator of the highly anticipated “The Horses of Unbridled” exhibition in The Gallery at CITIOT in Catskill, I stand amidst […]
Editor’s note: A charge is not a conviction. All persons listed are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Charges can be amended or dismissed. STATE POLICE
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media CORNWALLVILLE — A Cornwallville woman is charged with grand larceny and fraud related to transactions she allegedly made at two car service centers, […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — There is a historical gem just minutes from Ravena that can bring the experiences of American sailors to life — the […]
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: As a military veteran, I was told that the final amount of my Social Security should be a little higher […]
By Dr. William Holland For Capital Region Independent Media We might as well lay all the cards on the table and establish that it’s easier to go to church and […]
By Pat Larsen For Capital Region Independent Media Under the category of knowledge is power, I offer this column in the hopes that not another single person has to ever […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media Many of us have dreams and aspirations. The path toward these goals can often bring us into a fierce struggle. After much […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media There’s a basic difference between men and women and it’s not what you might think. Men tend to be content with things […]
News Herald – August 3, 1923 – F.E. Bleezarde, Publisher Coeymans: Ravena: Coeymans Herald – August 1, 1888 – S.H. & E.J. Sherman, Proprietors
By DEBORAH E. LANS HUDSON—To paraphrase Johnny Cash, will we still hear the lonesome train whistle in the future? In 2022 the Amtrak station in Hudson was the third busiest […]
By PARRY TEASDALE WE NEED A VACATION. How about you? It’s not because there isn’t work to do. In our case it’s news of one sort or another, especially with […]
It was a busy day at the Amtrak Station in Hudson on Monday, August 7. The trains were sold out and the weekend CSX derailment caused many delays. Photo by [...]
By NANCY JANE KERN WE ARE WELL into our summer season, with fall not far away. Most of the birds have nested and their offspring are now foraging for themselves. […]
By DIANE VALDEN LIVINGSTON—Victor Caraballo, 45, of Clifton Park has been identified by State Police as the driver of a Tesla involved in a fiery fatal motor vehicle crash into […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — When Senior Projects of Ravena found itself in need of a new vehicle, the organization put out the call, and the […]
LEEDS — U.S. Rep. Marc Molinaro, R-19, will be hosting an open house at his Greene County office this Friday. The event is open to the public and will give […]
Suzanne M. Heins (1953 – 2023) VALATIE—Suzanne “Sue” Marie Heins, 69, of Valatie passed away July 31, 2023. She was born in Portsmouth, VA, to Theodore and Lillian Mae (Russell) […]
By EMILIA TEASDALE KINDERHOOK—The Ichabod Crane Board of Education held their first meeting of the 2023-24 school year on July 11. It was also the first Board of Education meeting […]
By DOUG LA ROCQUE NEW LEBANON –You do not need to be an auto racing enthusiast to have heard the name Kenny Tremont, Jr. The winningest and most popular driver […]
CATSKILL — To help families in need prepare for the upcoming school year, state Sen. Michelle Hinchey’s office is partnering with the Hudson/Catskill Housing Coalition and the Back to School […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media DELMAR — Hundreds turned out at Elm Avenue Park last Tuesday for the annual National Night Out festivities. National Night Out is an […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media FREEHOLD – Ever wonder what it would be like to soar with eagles? Glider pilots don’t have to wonder… they already know. Gliders […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media SELKIRK — The state on Thursday unveiled plans for a new bridge to be built on Route 9W over the train tracks in […]
(The second of two parts) By DEBORAH E. LANS GHENT—If there is one thing on which all of those concerned with local agriculture can agree it is that farming here […]
ALCOVE — The Alcove Preservation Association is sponsoring its annual Take-Out Chicken BBQ on Thursday, Aug. 24, from 4 p.m. until sold out at the Ravena Grange on state Route […]
GLENS FALLS — The Adirondack Theater Festival, informally known as ATF, has returned to its iconic blackbox in Glens Falls, New York. The summer theater is about to stage the […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media GREENVILLE — A disc golf course may be in Greenville’s future. Local resident Jasan LaSasso is a member of the Capital Region Disc […]
By DIANE VALDEN ANCRAM—Many in the crowd of residents who showed up at the July 20 board meeting gave the board a piece of their minds about how town money […]
By PARRY TEASDALE THE CAT WENT PUNK. It was something sticky on his fur just above his tail. Clumps of his fur stood up the way kids do to freak […]
Editor’s note: A charge is not a conviction. All persons listed are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Charges can be amended or dismissed. STATE POLICE
By DEAN RIDINGS CEO, America’s Newspapers IT’S NO SECRET that recent years have been tough on small businesses and on newspapers. A bipartisan bill, the Community News & Small Business […]
By Nancy Jane Kern MOM! There are dragonflies mating on your back! My poor mother turned around in the water with a startled look over her shoulder along with most […]
By PETER FLIERL CANAAN – The Canaan Town Board met on Monday, June 11 with a full house of local residents drawn by proposals to separate the functions and duties […]
RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — The New York State Department of Transportation will host a public open house on Thursday evening, Aug. 3, to discuss plans to replace the Route 9W bridge over […]
By Charlene Marchand For Capital Region Independent Media A number of years ago, Laura Manchester trained her Chok Dee dog with me. What started out as a baseline training and […]
The 98th Annual Columbia County Volunteer Firefighters Association (CCVFA) Convention was held in Ghent. There was a meeting on July 28 with the parade and events on July 29. At [...]
By Pat Larsen For Capital Region Independent Media That title might sound a bit of an overstatement of the obvious. Of course everyone wants to be well. But focusing on […]
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: My wife turns 65 in November of 2023. She was born on Nov. 21, 1958. I am a year younger […]
By Dr. William Holland For Capital Region Independent Media I was at my daughter’s home a few years ago doing some painting and yes, these are things that retired fathers […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media On the road to accomplish your dream, you’re going to have plenty of opportunities to give up. You may have to try […]
Today I whipped up a batch of muffins. No one would believe that I had produced these fat, warm little beauties, in fact I was accused of trying to steal […]
News Herald – July 27, 1923 – F.E. Bleezarde, Publisher Coeymans: Ravena: Coeymans Herald – July 25, 1888 – S.H. & E.J. Sherman, Proprietors
SOUTH BETHLEHEM – Susan M. Weisenburn, 89, passed away on Friday morning, July 28, 2023, at Delmar Center after a long illness. Sue was born in Albany on Aug. 3, […]
Madison Bell, of Greenville, was recently initiated into the honor society of Phi Kappa Phi. Earlton resident Lauryn Williams was one of 50 students with artwork displayed in SUNY Oneonta’s [...]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media The utility company Central Hudson is looking for a 16% increase in the residential electricity rate and a 19% increase for natural gas. […]
By DIANE VALDEN HUDSON—Hudson City Police Department received a call from Columbia County 911 reporting a male subject shot himself in the leg and then got into an automobile accident […]
By DOUG LA ROCQUE NEW LEBANON – Because of space considerations in last week’s issue (July 20), the report on the July 11 New Lebanon Town Board meeting had to […]
GREENVILLE — Last year the Board of Education approved the construction of three outdoor classroom spaces with funds from the Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act (CRRSAA). The legislation […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — What will be RCS’s new team name and mascot? The “Indians” name is in the process of being retired after the […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media CAIRO — From ducks to alpacas to thousand-pound cows, kids from around the area showed off their agricultural know-how at the annual Greene […]
By Mark Kane For Capital Region Independent Media Sitting in the Fonda Speedway stands as long as I have over the years, I have seen many first-time winners, but Saturday […]
Adele M. Molinski (1934 – 2023) CHURCHTOWN—Adele “Tuppi” Molinski passed away peacefully surrounded by her family July 29, 2023. She was 89 years old. She is survived by: her husband […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media COEYMANS — The town council held an informal public hearing July 27 to gauge the community’s position on repairing the town hall building, […]
By DIANE VALDEN COPAKE—All five Roe Jan area towns have now joined the effort to get Columbia Memorial Health’s Copake Rapid Care facility at 283 Mountain View Road, reopened. The […]
By DEBORAH E. LANS CHATHAM—On July 7 dozens of farmers and other concerned citizens met with Congressman Marc Molinaro (R-19th) to discuss the soon-to-be proposed 2023 Farm Bill. The bill […]
By NANCY JANE KERN WHAT A UNIQUE PLANT that entertained children and intrigued adults for years. My mother loved taking us small children for walks through the fields and woods […]
By LORNA CHEROT LITTLEWAY THE EMILY DUFF BAND closed out the spring/summer portion of the Roots and Shoots concerts series at the Spencertown Academy of Arts, Saturday, July 8. The […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA-COEYMANS-SELKIRK — Three of the RCS district’s four schools qualified for a federal program that provides free breakfasts and lunches to all students […]
Editor’s note: A charge is not a conviction. All persons listed are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Charges can be amended or dismissed. STATE POLICE
By JEANETTE WOLFBERG HUDSON—The Columbia County Board of Supervisors accepted opioid settlement funds, adopted a Limited English Proficiency Plan, and—by divided vote—urged Governor Hochul to veto a law requiring local […]
By PARRY TEASDALE THWOCK… THWOCK… THWOCK… tickety tick, tick tick. What could that be but the sound of pickleball players enjoying the sport? It’s something like Ping-Pong played with bigger […]
By Susan Kayne For Capital Region Independent Media In the bustling world of horse racing, where profits often overshadow compassion, Stalwart Member emerged as an emblem of integrity and the […]
News Herald – July 20, 1923 – F.E. Bleezarde, Publisher Coeymans: Ravena: Coeymans Herald – July 18, 1888 – S.H. & E.J. Sherman, Proprietors
By Russell Gloor For Capital Region Independent Media Dear Rusty: My wife worked for the U.S. Postal Service in New York for about 22 years, and then in the private […]
By Dr. William Holland For Capital Region Independent Media I’m reminded again of the quote from F. Scott Fitzgerald, “You do not write because you want to say something; you […]
By Pat Larsen For Capital Region Independent Media I came from a large family of female cooks starting with my grandma, mom and aunties, who whipped up magic in the […]
By Toby Moore For Capital Region Independent Media Take a trip down memory lane to when we were kids. Everything was fresh and new. We watched the world in awe […]
By Dick Brooks For Capital Region Independent Media I had the great good fortune to have started life as an only child. This blissful condition lasted for two years, during […]
By DIANE VALDEN HUDSON—Former President and CEO of the Columbia County Chamber of Commerce, Jeffrey Hunt was convicted by guilty plea in Columbia County Court July 12 for stealing funds […]
By DOUG LA ROCQUE NEW LEBANON – To store or not to store, that is the question in front of the New Lebanon Town Board. There is currently a moratorium […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — A traveling farm made a stop at Mosher Park last Monday and kids lined up to meet the animals. The event […]
PHILMONT — New York State Police announced Wednesday evening that missing teen Alexianna Bridgham, 14, was found and is “in good health,” according to a statement from state police. Bridgham, […]
By Mary Lou Nahas For Capital Region Independent Media Plans are coming together for the annual Oak Hill Day, this year on Saturday, July 29. The day is intended to […]
By Melanie Lekocevic Capital Region Independent Media RAVENA — Families have been making memories at the Mosher Park Pool for more than five decades. And even before that, what is […]
Michael G. Collins (1960 – 2023) NORTH ADAMS, MA—Michael G. Collins of North Adams, MA, passed away July 12, 2023. Born in Hudson December 20, 1960, he was the son […]