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September 9, 2025
Airing of arguments on both sides of solar issue appreciatedTo the Editor:Thanks to reporter Diane Valden for enabling readers to hear the other side of the Shepherd’s Run solar battle. As a longtime Columbia County resident with strong ties to Copake, I have close friends on both sides of the ...
HUDSON—The County Clerk’s office announces the third quarter of the Columbia County K I S S Program. For the past 12 years, they have been offering community seniors the opportunity to shred their sensitive documents free of charge. They can drop by their local town halls and clerk’ office and ...
HUDSON--Assemblymember Didi Barrett (D-106th) announced that she has secured $50,000 for the historic Hudson Hall in the City of Hudson. This funding, included in a resolution passed at the end of this year’s legislative session, will help support Hudson Hall’s operational expenses.“Hudson Hall has ...
HUDSON--Hudson-St.Mary’s 1965 reunion was a “huge success” according to organizers.Organizers of the weekend’s 60th reunion say they’re already thinking about the next gathering in five years. Nearly 100 members and guests attended.Activities included a tour of the former Hudson High School (now ...
HILLSDALE--On Saturday, July 26 a ceremony was held on the steps of Passiflora Home honoring the legacy of the town’s beloved home store. Passiflora closed on the following day. Supervisor Mike Dvorchak read a proclamation and presented it to owners J. Kevin Draves and Ken Davis.“Passiflora Home as ...
HUDSON—The Hudson Business Coalition (HBCi) and the Columbia County Chamber of Commerce celebrated summer in style at their 3rd Annual Summer Party, held on Thursday, August 14 at Henry Hudson Riverfront Park. The evening brought together community members and local business owners for a festive ...
CHATHAM—The Mac-Haydn Theatre,1925 Route 203, has announced the world premiere of “Beehive: The 70s Musical,” a brand-new musical celebrating the iconic female voices and unforgettable music of the 1970s. This new work is being produced in partnership with TRW Production and marks a historic ...
Hudson—The Hudson Literacy Fund (HLF) has announced the donation of new chapter books to Columbia Memorial Health’s (CMH) Hudson Pediatrics office, continuing its mission to foster a love of reading among children in the community.The donation provides engaging, age-appropriate chapter books for ...
In the pick-up and SUV category David Stafford, Jr. overturns the car of Jaden Johnson in the Demolition Derby. There were no injuries. Photo by David Lee Saturday afternoon at the fair, Travis Stark, with a little help from Brianna Laraway, leads a milking shorthorn calf into the arena for ...
CHATHAM--The Chatham Central School District welcomes Ethan Stalter as the district’s new director of facilities. Mr. Stalter brings over 20 years of experience in multiple trades, building maintenance, and project management to his new position in Chatham, where he will oversee the operations, ...
HILLSDALE—The town of Hillsdale has been awarded a $20,000 grant from the HRBT Foundation toward the construction of a bandshell in the town’s Hamlet Park. The funds will cover a substantial portion of the cost of the structure, which will serve as a centerpiece of the park.“We thank the HRBT ...
Pictured is the fire damage at the rear of the Wunderbar Bistro in Hudson. Photo by Lance WheelerPopular Hudson eatery burns, arson ruled outHUDSON—The Wunderbar Bistro at 744 Warren Street, was extensively damaged by a fire, the cause of which is, so far, undetermined. The Hudson Police Department ...
ANCRAM—In a contentious session, the Town Board continued to hash out rules, regulations and the permit process connected with the town’s new pavilion at Blass Memorial Field again at its August 21 meeting.Last month Councilmember Bonnie Hundt reported the pavilion was up and already in use. Some ...
VALATIE--Trio Los Pajaros, a mariachi band, will perform a free outdoor concert at Martin H Glynn square, Church Street, on Saturday, September 6 from 6 to 8 p.m.The concert is sponsored by the Valatie Community Theatre, the Village of Valatie, Kneller Insurance, and Tequila Sunrise. The band, now ...
HUDSON--Many employers, landlords, schools, and service providers are reluctant to accept people with criminal records. This makes it harder for them to reintegrate into society, even after completing their sentence. In late 2023, New York State passed a Clean Slate law, to keep criminal records ...
HUDSON--The Columbia County Board of Supervisors approved the 2025-26 Columbia-Greene Community College (CGCC) operating budget, at its monthly full board meeting August 13. The total budget for 2025-26 is $19.8 million, $499,000 (2.5%) less than last year’s budget of $20.3 million. Tuition is to ...
HUDSON--Hudson Hall, New York State’s oldest surviving theater built in 1855, has a new executive director. Adam Weinert was appointed June 26. He succeeds Tambra Dillon, who led the multi-arts venue since 2017. Previously Mr. Weinert served as Artistic Associate at Kaatsbaan in Tivoli, where he ...
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The Town of New Lebanon NY reported that it has significantly cut its energy use as a result of clean energy investments at its town hall and garage. Combined energy usage at the two buildings has fallen 24% while the cost of delivered energy has fallen an estimated 39%, representing a full-year ...
COPAKE – The Roeliff Jansen Community Library welcomes author Liza Bennett for a special authortalk on Wednesday, September 3, at 6 p.m. Ms. Bennett will discuss her new book, “Georgia & Anita: The Lifelong Friendship of Georgia O’Keeffe and Anita Pollitzer” (University of Nebraska Press, a ...
CHATHAM—Due to unforeseen circumstances, Country artist Neal McCoy will not be able to perform at the Columbia County Fair on Sunday, August 31, as originally planned due to a mechanical breakdown with his tour bus. The Frontmen, a supergroup from Nashville comprised of the lead singers for ...
ANCRAM – The biannual Plein (open) Air Plays series returned to the Ancram Center for the Arts (Ancram Center) in Columbia County in early August. Spectators traveled to three different outdoor locations to watch three unique short plays; Rupert’s Birthday, My Dog is Dead and Same Picture, ...
COPAKE–The Roeliff Jansen Community Library invites the public to an afternoon of live music with Oboe Duo Agosto on Sunday, August 31, from 4 to 5 p.m. This performance, “Take Two Oboes,” showcases the beauty, versatility, and expressive range of the oboe through a wide-ranging program that blends ...
CHATHAM—Summer may be winding down, but the Mac-Haydn Theatre,1925 NY-203, is keeping the good times rolling with the sun-soaked, island-inspired musical “Escape to Margaritaville,” running August 21–31. Featuring the beloved songs of Jimmy Buffett, this feel-good getaway blends romance, comedy, ...
The Columbia County Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrating the 15 year anniversary of Countryside Car Service, serving Columbia County and the surrounding region. This special event took place on Wednesday, June 25 at the Chamber’s offices in Hudson. Founders Frank and ...
The Hillsdale Artswalk was held on Saturday, August 9, featuring artists from around the region in every style and medium. The businesses were open along Route 23, around the village square and down Anthony Street. Musicians performed on the street and there was no shortage of food and beverage ...
GHENT–The Ghent Comprehensive Plan Review Committee (CPRC) announces the final round of public outreach events as part of the ongoing effort to update the town’s Comprehensive Plan. After 18 months work, the CPRC is ready to present a draft of the updated plan to the community and invites all Ghent ...
CHATHAM--A beloved tradition at the Columbia County Fair since 1937, the School Queens competition takes place once again Friday, August 29, at 6 p.m. at the Northgate Stage. This year’s event will be a special one, honoring the contest, its history, and one of its most devoted facilitators Muriel ...
Local firefighters honored at convention At Columbia County Firefighter’s Association 100th Anniversary Convention in July, several awards were given out. At the July 25 Convention Meeting at Claverack Town Park, (l to r) Shawn Hoffman City of Hudson Fire Department Chief with the Lifetime ...
HUDSON—The rider of an electric bicycle was seriously injured in a collision with a pickup truck, August 12, according to Hudson Police.Columbia County 911 transferred a call to the Hudson Police Department (HPD) reporting a motor vehicle accident involving an electric bicycle (e-bike) and a pickup ...